Near Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff
Little Paddy Creek crossing on the north-south connector of the Big Piney Trail.
Near Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff
October 14, 2022 fall backpacking trip. Beautiful pines
Near Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff
Meadow that the trail begins from near Roby lake.
Near Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff
October 14, 2022 fall backpacking trip. Scenic over look on south loop
Near Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff
Initial creek crossing on north trail.

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Big Piney Loop Hike Via Cutoff

3.8 (5 Ratings)
The Big Piney Trail via the Big Piney Trail North-South Connector.
10.6
mi
Distance
1,176
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringViewsWaterfallWildflowers

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Flatter
Steeper
10.58mi
Distance
1,176ft
Elevation Gain
1,176ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
1,313ft
High Point
948ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail is an excellent all day hike that takes you through multiple different types of terrain and views. River crossings and hills abound with awesome pine groves and beautiful colors.

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Contributors
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