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Longer and steeper climbs to the ridge line along the Parkville Nature Sanctuary.


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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

Point to Point

992' 302 m

High

784' 239 m

Low

217' 66 m

Up

183' 56 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

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Features Birding · Fall Colors · Historical Significance · River/Creek · Views · Wildlife

Need to Know

Free parking and close to the town of Parkville. Restrooms in the parking lot.

Description

A flat start leads to some of the bigger climbs in the park as you hike to the top of a ridge that circles around the northeast borders of the Parkville Nature Sanctuary. A few offshoot trails at the top lead to Park University and the neighboring houses and several benches along the route offer spots to rest or relax.

This is a quiet loop that seems to have less traffic than those trails within the valley, so there is an even greater chance to spot some wildlife along your hike.

Flora & Fauna

Birds, squirrels and deer

Contacts

Land Manager: City of Parkville

Shared By:

Elizabeth Rogers

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#126

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Ridge hiking
Nov 27, 2022 near Parkville, MO
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Nov 27, 2022 near Parkville, MO

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