How long is the Pfeiffer Falls hike?
How long is the Pfeiffer Falls hike? Situated in a narrow canyon below Mount Manuel and the Santa Lucia Mountains, Pfeiffer Falls tumbles in several parallel chutes down a mossy wall, just above a grove of majestic, old-growth redwoods. Combine with the Valley View Trail to make this a 1.8-mile stem-and-loop.
What is the hardest trail in Michigan?
Minong Ridge is not only the most challenging stretch of the Isle Royale's 161-mile trail system, but arguably the hardest hike in Michigan.
Why is McWay Falls closed?
The trail passes under the highway and then heads north around McWay Cove, overlooking the waterfall, and beach that was created by a 1983 land slide. The McWay Falls Overlook Trail is closed at the halfway point due to trail erosion that has caused dangerous conditions.
Why was Pfeiffer Falls trail closed?
The gorge section of the Pfeiffer Falls Trail was closed after two major forest fires in 2008.
What is the hardest national scenic trail?
Continental Divide Trail Arguably the most challenging thru-hike of the National Scenic Trails, it traverses five states, ranges from 4,000 to 14,000-feet in elevation, and passes through alpine tundra, broad glacial valleys, craggy mountain peaks, and desolate desert landscapes.