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Harper's Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A fun climb or descent with easy access from town and great addition to other hikes.
2.6
mi
Distance
1,004
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.6mi
Distance
1,004ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
7,004ft
High Point
5,990ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can be done lots of different ways and can be linked in with many Adam's Gulch area or Fox Creek trails. Access from Adam's Gulch trailhead. Named after the longtime F.S. Recreation Manager and trail advocate Butch Harper, this route climbs gentle switchbacks up flower-sprinkled northeast-facing slopes from the Hulen Way trailhead.

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Contributors
Jordan Carr