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Wisconsin
Baxter's Hollow
2.8 mi
Distance
358 ft
Gain
1h 7m
Time
Conditions: Clear
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Clouds, high 66°F / low 60°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for hike
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.8 mi
- Elevation gain
- 358 ft
- Elevation loss
- 775 ft
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- Non-Governmental Organization
About this trail
Baxter's Hollow is a scenic point-to-point trail in Wisconsin that descends through a picturesque hollow featuring sandstone bluffs, a seasonal stream, and mixed hardwood forest. This relatively short trail offers dramatic changes in elevation and geology, showcasing the distinctive driftless region landscape with its steep-sided valleys and exposed rock formations. The hollow's natural amphitheater of cliffs and lush understory make it a rewarding hike for those seeking geological interest and natural beauty in a compact distance.
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