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Bestivus

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Bestivus provides a challenging alternative to the Pickall Trail and Festivus. Views and obstacles abound.
0.8
mi
Distance
112
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekWildlife
Access Issues
Parking via the Pickall day-use area is restricted to those renting shelters there. This trail must be accessed from other locations.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.77mi
Distance
112ft
Elevation Gain
162ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
299ft
High Point
242ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Splitting off of the Festivus trail, this path cuts along the ridgeline of the Pickall Area above the Pickall Trail. While the trail does not have a significant climb overall, it is constantly rising and falling as it passes several stream beds that have eroded their way toward the Patapsco. Some of these stream beds have low water levels, while others run dry outside of rainy conditions, but all present some level of obstacle in crossing. The trail also includes various obstacles in its terrain such as rocks and root outcroppings, all while following a rather steep edge towards the Patapsco.

Route Conditions

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