Near Cliffside
Crazy hand mushrooms at a creek crossing.
Near Cliffside
A taste of the rocks to come.
Near Cliffside
Cliffside Trail
Near Cliffside
Two-person stone bench along Cliffside Trail.
Near Cliffside
Small creek along Cliffside Trail.

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Hike Trail

Cliffside

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Big views of Laughery Creek and lots of rocks
1.3
mi
Distance
73
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
Dogs must be kept on a leash.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.32mi
Distance
73ft
Elevation Gain
49ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
916ft
High Point
854ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is the second left off of Shadow Run at the apex of the first big switchback (if hiking Shadow Run clockwise). It begins with a good bit of exposure high on the bluff above Laughery Creek. It has several rocky sections before it heads into the forest on its way towards Center Loop. Keep your eyes peeled for cool rock work (there is a great bench for two constructed from rock).

Route Conditions

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Anonymous Adventurer
Some Issues
Downed Tree
Anonymous Adventurer
Some Issues
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All Clear
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Contributors
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