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Snow Shoe Rail Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A scenic trail along an old railroad corridor.
18.6
mi
Distance
587
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyViews
Access Issues
This route is popular with ATV riders. Be alert for motorized traffic.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
18.62mi
Distance
587ft
Elevation Gain
608ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,646ft
High Point
1,260ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Snow Shoe Rail Trail is a scenic route along an old railroad corridor. Although not technically challenging, the rough and bumpy ballast surface can make it tough going at times. Fall is a particularly beautiful time of year to be on the trail when the leaves are changing. The route can be done as a point-to-point or as an out-and-back, as there are multiple access points along the trail.

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Contributors
Leslie Kehmeier