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Difficulty
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Very Easy
Elevation
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17 m
Distance
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2.9 km
Duration
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0.5-1h
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Craft Island Trail from Rawlins Road

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Craft Island Trail from Rawlins Road is a 1.8mi hike near Mount Vernon that is rated as easy. This lightly trafficked route has wildflower meadows, the opportunity to spot wildlife, and a perfect beach view at the end. It’s a bit of a muddy hike most days, but it’s well worth rinsing your boots off at the end of the day.

Route Description for Craft Island Trail from Rawlins Road

The hike on Craft island Trail from Rawlins Road boasts a solid reward for fairly minimal effort. The wildflower blooms are lovely and the beach view is great. The trail does tend to get quite muddy, so we recommend visiting on a dry day if you’re able to. Additionally, a hike at minus tide is ideal.

Begin from the trailhead, following the obvious route west. The trail isn’t in great condition but it’s nothing too intense. Just watch your step on wet sections. You’ll walk along the flower fields and through the marshes to the island, where the views are wonderful. Watch for birds of prey in the trees before retracing your steps back to the trailhead.

Getting to the Craft Island Trail from Rawlins Road Trailhead

The trailhead for the Craft Island Trail from Rawlins Road hike is at the end of Rawlins Road.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    Year-round

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes - On Leash

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Low

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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