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Compass Rock Loop via Bull Wheel Trail and High Peter's Kill Trail

based on 10 tracks & routes #28 hike out of 31 in
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1.7 mi
Distance
51 min
Time
terrain
400 ft
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Overview

This is a easy loop trail to Compass Rock in Minnewaska State Park Preserve.

This trail goes by Peter's Kill Boulders, Peterskill East Cliff, and Whale's Head.

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    3 years, 8 months ago
    Great little hike with a family. We have a four year old and two year old, this was the perfect difficulty. Nice views, good variety of terrain. Fun times.
    ★ ★ ★

Public Tracks

There are no published trips for this hike. There are 10 private trips.

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