Near Spine Trail
Sunset view from Point Defiance Park

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Spine Trail

3.5 (4 Ratings)
This trail heads right down the middle of the park with a lovely view point at the end.
1.3
mi
Distance
96
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Views
Access Issues
The park is open dawn to dusk.

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.29mi
Distance
96ft
Elevation Gain
167ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
251ft
High Point
83ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail provides a great way to access the beautiful Gig Harbor view point at the end of the park. But most hikers use sections of this trail to link with other longer trails in the area. It is wider than most of the other trails and well maintained.

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February 10, 2024
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