Near Prater Place Trail
Hemlock Falls in autumn.

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Prater Place Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
Beautiful trail with a rewarding swimming hole at Hemlock Falls.
3.1
mi
Distance
472
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
CaveFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekSwimmingWaterfallWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.14mi
Distance
472ft
Elevation Gain
162ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
1,330ft
High Point
904ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Starts off flat with rocks and roots for awhile before climbing away through hardwood forest and mellows out again. There's a few small caves along the way so keep an eye out for them. There's a pool that is fed by Hemlock Falls when you reach the end. It's a beautiful hike in fall.

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