Near Vineyard Springs Footpath Alternate
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Vineyard Springs Footpath Alternate

3.0 (1 Rating)
Foot traffic only path with steep rocky slopes and few cutbacks.
0.4
mi
Distance
183
ft
Gain
extreme
Difficulty
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Access Issues
Foot traffic only. Steep slopes.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.43mi
Distance
183ft
Elevation Gain
10ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
323ft
High Point
131ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail branches from the midpoint of the Vineyard Springs Trail at a small stream crossing before immediately heading directly up a steep hill. The southern section is the steepest and rockiest, with difficult and loose terrain that can make traversing difficult. The majority of the trail has a notable slope that gradually levels out as the trail heads north. A stick or poles are recommended for all but the most sure-footed hikers.

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