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Shades State Park Backpack Trail

4.5 (4 Ratings)
2.6
mi
Distance
142
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLess CrowdedRiver/CreekViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.58mi
Distance
142ft
Elevation Gain
241ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
773ft
High Point
663ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail to the backpacker's campground wanders through the woods and across multiple creeks for several miles before depositing you near the river at the campground. The end of the trail has nice sites, water, a privy, and firewood ($5 honor system). It's hardly ever full even on busy weekends, and the raccoons aren't nearly as active as they are at the main campground.

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Contributors
Andy Beecham