Jackson Falls Trail
Venture down this remote 3.7-mile trail to visit a beautiful cascading waterfall in the middle of a wooded forest.
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Jackson Falls Trail Details
Venture down this remote 3.7-mile trail to visit a beautiful cascading waterfall in the middle of a wooded forest. You will walk along massive sandstone bluffs and across creeks and pools, which can be narrow and steep in many parts. You might also see some rock climbers crawling up the sides of the boulders, which makes this a fascinating trail for all sorts of outdoor enthusiasts. This trail is not very well marked, so it is easy to take a wrong turn (even with a map). For that reason, you should give yourself a few extra hours just in case you happen to get lost during your hike.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Jackson Falls Trail
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Sentry Bluff Trail
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