Near Lava Loop
15 foot basalt boulder along the trail.
Near Lava Loop
The turtles are out looking to lay eggs.

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Lava Loop

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A nice loop that meanders through some ancient basalt formations.
0.4
mi
Distance
27
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingGeologically Significant

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.45mi
Distance
27ft
Elevation Gain
28ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
576ft
High Point
539ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Going clockwise on the trail you immediately pass through the boulder field. Cruise along and when you pass the Black Cohosh Trail you turn right and are soon back in the parking lot.

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September 06, 2025
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July 02, 2024
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