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Retreat Tower

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Tower Road

3.0 (1 Rating)
Trail going to Retreat Tower
0.3
mi
Distance
145
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsHistorical

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.27mi
Distance
145ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
489ft
High Point
344ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Fun short trail leading to Retreat tower which is said to be haunted. The trail is up hill almost the entire way, but worth it. It passes through trees for the entire length with great New England scenery.

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Contributors
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