Backbone Forest Trails
2.2 mi · ▲ 108 ft · 47 min
Backbone Forest Trails is a 2.2-mile out-and-back in Backbone State Forest near Strawberry Point, IA. It is mostly level, with 108 ft of elevation gain. It scores 44/100 on the Ambleway Wildness scale: green fringe.
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Directions
Backbone Forest Trails
2.2 mi · ▲ 108 ft · 47 min
Elevation 1,051–1,147 ft
Out & Back · Backbone State Forest
Trailhead: Backbone Forest Trails · 42.64016, -91.54242
Weather Sep 20: sunrise 6:52 AM · sunset 7:09 PM
Bikes allowed on the whole route · Horses allowed on the whole route
- Start on Backbone Forest Trails, heading W.
- 1.1 miReach the turnaround, then head back the way you came.
- 1.1 miArrive back at the trailhead.
Each distance is the walk from the previous step. Tap a step for a map of its junction.
Weather
Sunset
The best sunset spot on this hike is 1.0 mi in (~25 min). Leave by 6:24 PM for the 7:09 PM sunset. Back at your car by 7:49 PM, after dark — bring a headlamp. Trailhead visible from the viewpoint
Good to know
- Bikes allowed on the whole route
- Horses allowed on the whole route
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