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Birthday Canyon Trailhead Loop via Smith Mountain Road and South River Road

based on 3 tracks & routes #6 hike out of 7 in
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12.2 mi
Distance
7 hrs 7 min
Time
terrain
1,355 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to Birthday Canyon Trailhead in Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area.

This trail goes by Sun Cliff Canyon Trailhead, Cool Rock Canyon Trailhead, Crocodile Rock Trailhead, and Smith Mountain Saddle Trailhead.

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