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Loved hiking up here. Several old small trees with blazes down on the connector trail. Shortly after getting down to the creek, you'll lose the trail so be prepared to know the terrain to pick it back up again.
Also, the rocks leading down from the crevice steps to the connector trail are covered in wet fall leaves so use extreme caution with foot placement on those rocks because you can't always see where you're stepping. I nearly broke my ankle but am thankful I had full height hikers on.
Beautiful park . The rangers are the best hands down . The woman that works the office is the most amazing sweetest kind human you'll ever meet. Pets are allowed leashed. Awesome trails and scenery. If you haven't seen the stone door you need to.
Probably one of the best rewards on such a short and easy trail. About 1/4 of it is paved and can be easily taken by a scooter or wheelchair. After that it's a pretty easy 3/4 trail without much elevation change. At the end the overlooks are HUGE and can be enjoyed even if it is busy the day you go. Really nice bathrooms and up kept everywhere that I went. It took me right at 1 hour round trip and that was still soaking in the beautiful scenery. Go check it out and you will not be disappointed.
I did it! I made a slow meander one mile out to Stone Door. The trail is paved for the first 3/10 mile. There are benches there and a beautiful view where you can actually see Stone Door.
The next 7/10 mile trail is dirt, some square timber steps, some stone steps and a couple short foot bridges. But, there are no benches on the trail nor did I see any at the bluff. I did rest in the rocks and then on the short fence rail before heading back.
It's a beautiful walk. I took a hiking pole, water, snacks and a small backpack with a first aid kit.
I saw many birds, interesting flora and Mountain Blueberries! So Sweet!
I took my time, went carefully and slowly and got back in 2 1/2 hours.
