Rainbow Falls Trail

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Overview

Trail Features

Dogs
Not Allowed
Fees
None
Kids
Not Recommended
Route
Out and Back
Users
Multi-use
Length
5.5 miles
Parking
Yes
Surface
Mixed
Bathrooms
None
Elevation Gain
1,653 feet
Difficulty
Advanced
Trail Hours
Sunrise - Sunset
Parking Hours
Sunrise - Sunset
Water Fountains
None
Vending Machines
None

The Rainbow Falls Trail is a heavily trafficked and out-and-back trail used for various activities like backpacking, hiking, nature trips, walking, bird watching, and running. It takes about 3 hours to hike the 5.5 mile-long trail that has a mixed surface and an elevation gain of 1,653 feet. The Rainbow Falls Trail is rated strenuous making it unfriendly for kids and dogs. The Rainbow Falls Trail provides a spectacular view of Leconte Creek, Rainbow Falls, Rocky Spur, and a forest. The Rainbow Falls Trail does not have restrooms or drinking water points but the two can be found on the nearby campgrounds. However, users of Rainbow Falls Trail ought to carry their own drinking water. Black bears are common on this trail and its users are advised to carry a bear spray. Balsam and spruce are the most common flowers on Rainbow Falls Trail. The Rainbow Falls Trail is accessible all year.

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