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Princess Falls via Sheltowee Trace Trail route map
EasyOut and Back
Kentucky

Princess Falls via Sheltowee Trace Trail

Whitley City, Kentucky

2.4 mi

Distance

95 ft

Elev. Gain

51m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Princess Falls via Sheltowee Trace Trail is a 2.4-mile out-and-back trail located near Whitley City, Kentucky. The trail features a minimal elevation gain of 95 feet, making it accessible for most hikers. The path is predominantly dirt and leads to the scenic Princess Falls, a noteworthy highlight of the hike. This trail is part of the Sheltowee Trace, a long-distance trail known for its rich natural beauty and forest settings.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:228 ft
Max:264 ft
72 ft
72 ft
228 ft240 ft252 ft264 ft0.0 mi0.6 mi1.2 mi1.8 mi2.4 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

Princess Fallsforest setting

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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