Near Zaleski Backpacking Trail - West
South Loop scenery
Near Zaleski Backpacking Trail - West
The area directly adjacent to the trail can be quite soggy during the winter.

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Zaleski Backpacking Trail - West

3.5 (6 Ratings)
This trail links the map point N to the parking lot at map point X while traveling on the western side of SR278.
4.9
mi
Distance
529
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingRiver/Creek

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.92mi
Distance
529ft
Elevation Gain
591ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,050ft
High Point
719ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point

Route Conditions

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