Mile High Swinging Bridge
Mile High Swinging Bridge
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January 1, 2025
Hiking
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5.0
(7)
106
hikers
4.90km
02:14
220m
230m
The Grandfather and Underwood Trail Loop offers a truly unique and demanding hiking experience, winding through wind-dwarfed spruce and fir forests before opening up to expansive mountain vistas. You'll navigate jumbled rock formations and boulder climbs, with the famous Grandfather Trail section featuring fixed cables and ladders that lead to panoramic viewpoints like MacRae Peak. This 3.0-mile (4.9 km) route, with its 736 feet (224 metres) of elevation gain, is a difficult undertaking that feels like a genuine mountain expedition.
Planning your visit requires preparation; this trail is not for beginners. The technical terrain, including granite surfaces that can become slick after rain, demands sturdy shoes and good fitness. While the estimated duration is 2 hours and 14 minutes, many hikers find they need significantly more time to safely traverse the challenging sections. Be ready for a rugged adventure that tests your limits.
What truly sets this loop apart are its distinctive features, including the
5.0
(1)
44
hikers
1.63km
00:43
60m
60m
Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
5.0
(2)
18
hikers
2.57km
01:07
90m
100m
Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Distance 67 m
Downhill 10 m
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