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Racehorse Falls Trail

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A very short but rewarding trail to see Racehorse Falls.
0.6
mi
Distance
57
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Regional Classic
A must do route for the area handpicked by local experts.
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.63mi
Distance
57ft
Elevation Gain
57ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
678ft
High Point
619ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
There is no defined trailhead, but an obvious entrance is the only opening in the woods from the pullout where you park. After 600 yards you'll reach a small clearing with a series of paths veering up and down the hillside. If you wander up the slope along the more primitive paths, you can gain glimpses of the upper falls. The slightly more defined - and steeper - path downhill offers the chance to peer over the middle falls, then descend to the lower waterfall and get an up-close view. In summer the pool below the lower waterfall is a popular swimming spot.Be careful when approaching the falls because the trail runs parallel to a precipitous ridgeline and fall hazard. Slick mud and moss underfoot can worsen the risk, so be sure to bring good footwear and good judgement. - Additional info by David Kerruish, Outdoor Project

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