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If you are in this area, Crack in the Rock is a must-see.

Park at the Blue Heron Mining Community parking lot. Going in a clockwise direction on the Blue Heron Loop
Trail, you'll come to this giant rock that has a crack that you can walk through. There is a set of stairs to get over some of the "smaller" rocks.

Short Hike: About 0.75-mile walk from the Blue Heron Mining Community parking lot

Family Friendly: Easy access and nearby amenities.

Gem Type: Geologic Feature

Shared by:
Kathy Smith

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Jun 10, 2022
Lucille Hicks
Good quick hike.
Jun 1, 2019
Angela James
Hiked the Blue Heron Loop Trail. Crack in the Rocks was an incredible natural rock formation and being able to hike through it was awesome.
Apr 9, 2019
Alexandra Fairfield

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