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Pirates Cove Access

3.0 (1 Rating)
Access pathway to the Pirates Cove Beach.
0
mi
Distance
62
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Swimming
Access Issues
No photography of the nude beach area.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.05mi
Distance
62ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
72ft
High Point
10ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a short trail (mostly sand) that leads to the Pirates Cove beach. The far half of the beach is posted as clothing optional but the front half provides a normal sheltered beach experience. Last part of the trail next to the beach is steep and has a rope for additional support.

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Contributors
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