Near Crabtree Falls Trail
Crabtree Falls in winter
Near Crabtree Falls Trail
Crabtree Falls

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Crabtree Falls Trail

4.5 (12 Ratings)
A trail leading down to Crabtree Falls.
3
mi
Distance
751
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Waterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.99mi
Distance
751ft
Elevation Gain
729ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
3,762ft
High Point
3,254ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is a loop down to Crabtree Falls which starts and ends near the Crabtree Falls Campground. The trail is very easy to follow as it winds down to Crabtree Creek and loops back up to the parking lot.

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