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This steep trail descends to Blue Spring in Devils Backbone Wilderness.


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0.6

Miles

1.0

KM

Point to Point

1,048' 319 m

High

734' 224 m

Low

10' 3 m

Up

324' 99 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

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Features River/Creek · Spring · Views

Description

This steep trail descends quickly from McGarr Ridge and leads down to Blue Spring. This natural spring directly feeds into the North Fork River. It's a good place to stop and take in the view.

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Backpacking along Blue Spring Trail along North Fork River
May 5, 2022 near West Pl…, MO
Blue Spring Trail along North Fork River along rock outcropping.
May 5, 2022 near West Pl…, MO
Backpacking along Blue Spring trail at the spring
May 5, 2022 near West Pl…, MO

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