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Pinball Ridge

4.0 (1 Rating)
Beautiful ridge views and old growth forest
5.6
mi
Distance
880
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
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Access Issues
Winter Closure road closure Nov 15 - June 15.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.64mi
Distance
880ft
Elevation Gain
880ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
9,906ft
High Point
9,552ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Pinball ridge is best hiked as an out and back from Leland Creek Road. Start the hike with a wandering trail up an open ridge with great views of the valley. After about 1 mile, the trail will head into an old growth forest, crossing a mid road and continuing up towards Elk Creek doubletrack. After crossing the bridge, the trail gets steeper to the end. If you don't want the extra workout, the bridge is a great place to turn around and head back down.

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Contributors
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