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River Trail

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River Trail at Flandrau State Park runs along a section of the Cottonwood River, connecting to other trails in the park.
0.4
mi
Distance
67
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekSpringViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.43mi
Distance
67ft
Elevation Gain
69ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
899ft
High Point
825ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The River Trail at Flandrau State Park follows a section of the Cottonwood River and takes hikers up along a ridge. There are wooden steps that are a little uneven leading up to the highest part, but the climb does not go for too long. This trail does have some views of the river, thought much of it winds through thick woods on the ridge. The trail is either mowed grass or dirt and for the most part, it is intended as a doubletrack type of trail.

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