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Hike Trail

Red Loop Extension

4.0 (1 Rating)
Short additional trail off of the Main Red Loop with views of the Alafia River.
0.6
mi
Distance
2
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/CreekWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.63mi
Distance
2ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
34ft
High Point
25ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short trail extends your hike at the Alderman's Ford Nature Preserve by taking you along the banks of the Alafia River. The trail forms a small loop at its end which takes you back to the section of trail leading to the main loop. Access to this trail is by hiking the Main Red Loop to its western most point -- approx. halfway in either direction from the trailhead.

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Contributors
D Allen