Near Platform Trail: Main Loop
Junction to eastern spur
Near Platform Trail: Main Loop
Fall colors at northeastern tip of trail
Near Platform Trail: Main Loop
At the Platform
Near Platform Trail: Main Loop
View of Basin
Near Platform Trail: Main Loop
Granite formation at trail loop

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Platform Trail: Main Loop

3.0 (1 Rating)
This main trail leads to a viewing platform over the Basin.
1.7
mi
Distance
184
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.69mi
Distance
184ft
Elevation Gain
180ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
123ft
High Point
10ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail with easy to moderate difficulty leads along the southeast shore of the Basin and loops back through a beautiful wooded area. Another spur trail leads off the eastern side of the loop. A small parking area is available right at the trailhead at the side of the road.

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Contributors
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