Near Kirkpatrick Trail
Second sign, about 40-50 yards in.
Near Kirkpatrick Trail
Snowy conditions on trail.
Near Kirkpatrick Trail
First sign, about 20 yards in.
Near Kirkpatrick Trail
Sync up with the Kirkpatrick Trail, 0.1 miles in.
Near Kirkpatrick Trail
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Kirkpatrick Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
Narrow singletrack traversing the ridgeline above Green Mountain Falls.
0.6
mi
Distance
185
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.61mi
Distance
185ft
Elevation Gain
184ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
8,173ft
High Point
8,005ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Technical and narrow singletrack with large rocks and roots adorn the trail. Despite this, the footing is solid and the technicality makes for a pleasant experience Unlike some trails in the region, Kirkpatrick Trail does NOT feature slippery crushed gravel that makes for dangerous and frustrating hiking. Despite the high volume of downed or dying trees, GMF trail volunteers have done a great job at trail maintenance and brush clearing. There are some views, but this trail is best done as a connector rather than a destination in and of itself.

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