Near Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail
Upper Falls in the autumn
Near Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail
Trail through wildflowers
Near Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail
Small creek crossing
Near Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail
Uphill rise
Near Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail
Downstream from upper falls

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Graveyard Fields Upper Falls Trail

3.8 (5 Ratings)
An extension of the Graveyard Fields Loop following Yellowstone Prong to the upper falls.
1
mi
Distance
233
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.96mi
Distance
233ft
Elevation Gain
15ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
5,275ft
High Point
5,042ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A beautiful trail characterized by lush fields of wild blueberries, blackberries, and wildflowers in the summertime. The latter half is a mild, rocky uphill climb to the tall upper falls of Yellowstone Prong.

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June 08, 2024
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Some Issues
December 02, 2023
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