Near McKenzie Head Trail
Old power house for Battery 247.
Near McKenzie Head Trail
East entrance into Battery 247.
Near McKenzie Head Trail
Looking out of the entrance of the Fire Control Station atop Battery 247.

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McKenzie Head Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
Enjoy a scenic climb to Battery 247.
0.3
mi
Distance
173
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyLakeViewsWildflowers
Access Issues
This park closes at dusk, and you must have a Discovery Pass to enter.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.27mi
Distance
173ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
203ft
High Point
21ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Hike through history on this trail. As you hike, keep a sharp eye out to your right, where there is an old powerhouse a little off the trail. Once to the top, make sure to explore all the rooms in Battery 247. Also, find a way on top and you can find a well concealed Fire Control Station.

Route Conditions

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Some Issues
Downed Tree
February 05, 2022
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All Clear
February 07, 2021
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