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Richland Balsam Nature Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
Short loop trail to the top of Richland Balsam. No views from the top, but there is a large rock with the USGS survey.
1.3
mi
Distance
418
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsGeologically SignificantWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.33mi
Distance
418ft
Elevation Gain
418ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
6,406ft
High Point
6,020ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop

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Contributors
Tori Adler