I would not call this hike “easy” as there is quite a bit of elevation gain in a short distance. It is a nice hike though!
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Quite challenging. We’ve only done it counter clockwise so the decent to and through the rocks at the end is steep and you have to figure your way through the rocks. Clockwise is a steeper climb. Great payoff at the top of Pinnacle, especially when the leaves are down, as you can see a 360 view.
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Nice challenge. Great place to eat at the top. You never know if the falls will be big and restrict you at the end or slower and allow a further climb right to the base of the falls. I think the “easy” rating is a bit understated. It is technically easy but quite strenuous.
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We arrived planning to do an entirely different hike from this trailhead, but we were not expecting the 8-12" of snow that was still on the ground. It was raining steadily as well, so naturally we had the trails to ourselves!
This was an enjoyable alternate hike, and this area was beautiful in the snow. This wasn't the day for a view of the Falls due to the fog, but any day hiking here is a good one!
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