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Near John Cummins Trail
Cummins Falls is a must see!
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Top of Cummins Falls
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John Cummins Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
Alternate trail through the woods to access the overlook above Cummins Falls.
0.4
mi
Distance
83
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
River/CreekViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.41mi
Distance
83ft
Elevation Gain
140ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
940ft
High Point
814ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail leaves the southwest corner of the park's parking lot, passing between several picnic tables among the trees before narrowing and becoming a true singletrack. A short way along the trail, an overlook provides views up the river above the falls, and some remnants of the historic mills can be seen below. The trail continues through the woods, with fences along some portions to to protect from the drop off the bluffs to the river below. The trail rejoins the main waterfall access route just above the overlook above the falls.

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Contributors
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