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Matthew
March 14, 2024
Hiking
Balanced Rock is a super unique natural landmark within Blackwater Falls State Park. There is an illusion of one rock balancing on another, but this is actually one solid sandstone structure. Being a bit further away from the parking areas than some of the other viewpoints within the park, this is a great spot to find some solitude while out in the woods.
Brendan
March 24, 2023
Hiking
A sandstone formation with the illusion of one boulder balanced upon another.
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hikers
7.40km
02:00
100m
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Hike the moderate 4.6-mile Balanced Rock, Cherry Lane, Shay Trace, and Elakala Loop in Blackwater Falls State Park, featuring waterfalls and
Moderate
557m
00:09
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Hike the easy 0.3-mile Balanced Rock Trail in Arches National Park to see the iconic Balanced Rock and distant views of The Windows.
Easy
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19
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4.11km
01:07
50m
50m
Hike the easy 2.6-mile Balanced Rock Trail in Blackwater Falls State Park, featuring Elakala Falls and the unique Balanced Rock.
Easy
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Elevation 980 m
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