Near Cascades View Trail
the cascades
Near Cascades View Trail
Beautiful views of the Cascades.
Near Cascades View Trail
Climbing down into the slot.
Near Cascades View Trail
cascades

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Cascades View Trail

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Tumbling waterfalls and emerald pools
0.1
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyGeologically SignificantRiver/CreekViewsWaterfallWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.12mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
4ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
9,497ft
High Point
9,490ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is one of several short trails worth exploring at The Grottos Day Use Area near Independence Pass. Add this short walk onto The Grottos Loop for some bonus views of waterfalls on the Roaring Fork River.

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