Near Root River Park Trail
Bluffs overlooking the river.
Near Root River Park Trail
There is a bench here to sit and enjoy the view.
Near Root River Park Trail
Beautiful autumn reflections.
Near Root River Park Trail
Open fields along the trail on the way to the river.

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Root River Park Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
This is a great easy hike with a variety of terrain and vegetation.
1.8
mi
Distance
159
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyFishingGeologically SignificantHistoricalRiver/CreekSpringViewsWildflowers

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Flatter
Steeper
1.75mi
Distance
159ft
Elevation Gain
157ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,287ft
High Point
1,117ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail is nicely groomed wide enough for comfortable distance between hikers. It is mostly flat but there are some slight declines/inclines leading to and from the river. Along the way there are lovely views with tree-lined fields and wildflowers. You can hike to the river's edge in several places. The bluffs along the river are beautiful.

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