North Bay Creek Trail
Bay Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL
Out-and-back trail in Bay Creek Wilderness, Pope County, IL. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.9 mi (11 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 646 ft (197 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 30 min
- High point
- 748 ft (228 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about North Bay Creek Trail
How long is North Bay Creek Trail?
North Bay Creek Trail is 6.9 mi (11 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 30 min. It climbs 646 ft (197 m) in total, up to a high point of 748 ft (228 m).
How hard is North Bay Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is North Bay Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on North Bay Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for North Bay Creek Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- North Bear Branch Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
- Bear Branch Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1 mi (1.7 km)
- Aunt Maria Branch Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 2.4 mi (3.9 km)
- River to River Loop Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- Franks Pond Trail Shawnee National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (3 km)
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