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Bluff Trail and Canyon Trail Loop in Matthiessen State Park

The Bluff Trail and Canyon Trail Loop offers a captivating hiking experience through diverse landscapes. Hikers will encounter impressive rock formations, lush vegetation, and seasonal waterfalls that enhance the park's natural beauty. The trail features scenic overlooks with breathtaking views of the Vermilion River and deep canyons, making it a delightful choice for nature enthusiasts looking for a moderately challenging adventure. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Waterfall #Forest #Nature #River

  • Distance: 3.8 Km
  • Elevation gain: 63 m
  • Maximum elevation: 193 m
  • Elevation loss: 67 m
  • Minimum elevation: 163 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 2 m
  • Moving speed: 3.6 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 7.0 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 8 m
  • Global speed: 3.3 Km/h

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 3.8 Km
  • Elevation gain: 63 m
  • Maximum elevation: 193 m
  • Elevation loss: 67 m
  • Minimum elevation: 163 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 2 m
  • Moving speed: 3.6 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 7.0 Km/h
  • Total time: 1 h 8 m
  • Global speed: 3.3 Km/h

About this trail

Name: Bluff Trail and Canyon Trail Loop in Matthiessen State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: CLOSED, Deer Park, LaSalle County, Illinois, 61348, United States (41.29636 -89.02603)

End: Fort, Bluff Trail, Deer Park, LaSalle County, Illinois, 61348, United States (41.29659 -89.02637)

Coordinates: 41.29380 -89.02946 41.29915 -89.01979

Gear up for your next adventure:

🦯Trekking Poles - Walking poles for hiking stability
🩹Blister Prevention Tape - Apply to friction points before they become painful sores
🧼Biodegradable Outdoor Soap - Clean gear and yourself without harming the local ecosystem
🧥Insulated Down Jackets - High warmth-to-weight ratio for cold nights in the high country
🗺️Topographic Maps - Detailed maps for hiking and navigation

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