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Short add-on hike up to a smaller summit within East Rock Park.


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0.6

Miles

0.9

KM

Point to Point

311' 95 m

High

226' 69 m

Low

90' 27 m

Up

126' 38 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

14%

Max Grade (8°)

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This short trail, blazed mostly in orange, branches off the English Drive Trail (near the base of the Giant Steps) to wind up the Indian Head, a smaller hill within East Rock Park. The primary route is a moderate but steady uphill grade accomplished with switchbacks nearing the peak (although these can be skipped for those wishing a rigorous route up the side).

The summit provides views out over the city. There is an alternative path down that is shorter and steeper requiring sound footing.for a steep rocky section, and then an alternative exit to English Drive Trail more to the east.

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Shared By:

Jeffrey M Vinocur

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#670

in Connecticut

#38,704

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