Near Heron Bay Trail - South
Panoramic view of Heron Bay.
Near Heron Bay Trail - South
Lake Del Valle and Del Valle Dam.
Near Heron Bay Trail - South
Del Valle Dam from Heron Bay Trail

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Heron Bay Trail - South

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This scenic trail heads along the southern shore of Heron Bay.
1.3
mi
Distance
264
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.29mi
Distance
264ft
Elevation Gain
156ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
938ft
High Point
726ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is an alternate trail along the southeast shore of Heron Bay that gets you close to the water. From East Shore Trail, this trail descends quickly down to the water giving you great views of Heron Bay. It follows the shoreline and then ascends again to rejoin East Shore Trail.

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