Near Shelter Trail
Nice section of the Shelter Trail.
Near Shelter Trail
Watch for exposed roots on the trails!
Near Shelter Trail
Local fauna checking out the local flora.
Near Shelter Trail
The scenic bridge at sunset.

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Hike Trail

Shelter Trail

2.5 (2 Ratings)
A short, singletrack loop around the northeast corner of Waller Mill Park.
0.7
mi
Distance
41
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.73mi
Distance
41ft
Elevation Gain
25ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
84ft
High Point
52ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is only a 0.75 mile singletrack trail but proves as a nice increase to the distance of your outing and to link the other trails in Waller Mill Park. The trail is mostly smooth and compact with little to no elevation change.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Benjamin Stametz