Near Lower Afton Alps
Bridge over Trout Brook near where it heads into the St. Croix
Near Lower Afton Alps
Trout Brook before it heads into the St. Croix
Near Lower Afton Alps
On the beach just below the South River Trail

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Lower Afton Alps

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A trail that passes along the base of Afton Alps.
1.1
mi
Distance
262
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.07mi
Distance
262ft
Elevation Gain
67ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
884ft
High Point
684ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail takes you south along the base of the Afton Alps Ski area. Next you'll slightly climb up through some hardwoods. Then across prairie under restoration before connecting up to the Deer Valley Loop. Head east to get back to the parking area.

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Contributors
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