About the Ratings:
Scenery
Purely a subjective rating by the author, taking into account scenery encountered along the trail

Unbelievable
Outstanding
Great
Lackluster
Kansas?
About the Ratings:
Difficulty
A rating determined by the factors listed below, with possible subjective judgement by the author


More than 8 miles one way distance and/or more than 3500 feet of elevation gain


More than 6 miles one way distance and/or more than 2500 feet of elevation gain


3-6 miles one way distance and/or 1000-2000 feet of elevation gain


1-2 miles one way distance and/or 0-1000 feet of elevation gain


A short stroll along a paved trail from a parking lot, pullout, etc.
About the Ratings:
Solitude
Purely a subjective rating by the author, taking into account the solitude encountered along the trail

Not another soul
Very few people
Several groups
Heavily used
It's a zoo!


Driving ratings are determined by author opinion and standard guidebook ratings.

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