Near Nighthawk Trail
One of many signs that point to side trails
Near Nighthawk Trail
Black Mountain, framed by clouds, viewed from the start of the Nighthawk Trail
Near Nighthawk Trail
Foggy morning hike.
Near Nighthawk Trail
Start of the Nighthawk Trail.

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Nighthawk Trail

3.0 (3 Ratings)
Doubletrack trail from Hilltop Community Park.
1.3
mi
Distance
527
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
Closed dusk till dawn. No services after leaving Hilltop Park.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.34mi
Distance
527ft
Elevation Gain
61ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,275ft
High Point
807ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This rocky doubletrack trail takes you from Hilltop Community Park to the service road near the top of Black Mountain. This is an alternate route to taking the service road to the top and offers access to many side trails to explore the rest of the mountain.

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Contributors
Craig Pfaff