Iron Mountain Hike Guide

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From the parking lot, head under the iconic gate to start the hike. Get your selfies early before the crowds start photo-bombing you.

The hike is unique in that the approach is a straight line. Once you start climbing there are zigs, zags, and switchbacks as the trail weaves its way to the summit.

The first 0.75 miles is mellow, and then you start heading uphill. The nice thing about this hike is that none of the steep sections are very long; there’s always a level section to catch your breath on. The last push to the summit is the steepest.

These helpful trail signs along the route give you distance updates every half mile.

There are bathrooms at the trailhead.

The parking lot is located one one side of the intersection.

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The hike is unique in that the approach is a straight line. Once you start climbing there are zigs, zags, and switchbacks as the trail weaves its way to the summit.

The first 0.75 miles is mellow, and then you start heading uphill. The nice thing about this hike is that none of the steep sections are very long; there’s always a level section to catch your breath on. The last push to the summit is the steepest.

These helpful trail signs along the route give you distance updates every half mile.

There are bathrooms at the trailhead.

The parking lot is located one one side of the intersection.

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