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Winona Bluffs Traverse

5.0 (3 Ratings)
Cross the Winona Bluffs and add Sugar Loaf to finish
11.5
mi
Distance
2,807
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsGeologically SignificantLakeViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
11.53mi
Distance
2,807ft
Elevation Gain
2,807ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
1,211ft
High Point
664ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
While there are funded plans to build a trail linking the bluff trails this route will take you from Holzinger Lodge, take in the views at Garvin Heights, then head over to Sugar Loaf and down to the finish.The initial climb is steep and a bit tricky to follow. This section is not frequently used but the trail is apparent without snow. There are a number of switchback problems to solve but it can be easily attainable at the high end of moderate.Coming down through the cemetery is open to all then there is a short section on the road before heading up the clearly marked and moderate trail to Garvin Heights. After the views head to the subdivision road to the entrance of the final section - an old road begins the trail the it branches off into singletrack past the ice climbing then over and up to Sugar Loaf.Return to the marked trail down to the road and your chase car.

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Contributors
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