Moderate
7.3 mi
Distance
1,467 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 6m
Est. Time
0.0
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About This Trail
The approach to Balanced Rock is a bit less crowded. This approach can be used to take in Gem Lake as well.
Trail Details
Out & Back
Route Type
Dirt
Surface
No Dogs
Dog Policy
Yes
Kid Friendly
No
Permit Required
Elevation Profile
Min:2,391 ft
Max:2,682 ft
447 ft
447 ft
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Trail Conditions
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![Balanced Rock via Cow Creek Trail [CLOSED]](https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/3C873CC3-1DD8-B71B-0B076FC2806DF140.jpg?width=800&quality=80)
Balanced Rock via Cow Creek Trail [CLOSED]
11.7 km4.0
Moderate
Cow Creek to McGregor Loop [CLOSED]
19.3 km
Moderate
Cow Creek to McGregor Loop [CLOSED]
19.3 km5.0
Moderate
West Creek Falls [CLOSED]
6.9 km
Moderate
West Creek Falls [CLOSED]
6.9 km5.0
Moderate
Bridal Veil Falls via Cow Creek Trail [CLOSED]
9.8 km
Moderate
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