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Hike Trail

Root Canal

4.0 (1 Rating)
A fun hike along the ridge with a little bit of technical challenge.
0.5
mi
Distance
92
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.49mi
Distance
92ft
Elevation Gain
93ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
8,215ft
High Point
8,135ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short trail is super fun. It runs along the ridge, but is just down off the ridge and in the trees. There are a few short ascents and some rocky/rooty sections, but nothing too technical.

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Contributors
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