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    Shaun Hunter
    Photo Date: 
    06/01/2024
    The G Loop trail begins at the signed trailhead in the Ward Mountain Campground.
    Shaun Hunter
    Photo Date: 
    06/01/2024
    A short straight connector leads to the loop trail.
    Shaun Hunter
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    06/01/2024
    There are several distinct areas of the G Loop trail - the section nearest the campground passes over rolling double track gravel.
    Shaun Hunter
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    06/01/2024
    As Ward Mountain Recreation Area is a popular cross country ski area during the winter months, a ski shelter can be found along the course.
    Shaun Hunter
    Photo Date: 
    06/01/2024
    As the trail gains in elevation, it becomes rocky single track cutting back up the side of the mountain hillside.
    Shaun Hunter
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    06/01/2024
    The high trail wrapping along the mountainside with views of the area's lower trails in the near distance.
    Shaun Hunter
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    06/01/2024
    A trailmarker signs the lower section of the trail where a straight ahead downhill leads into forested curves.
    Shaun Hunter
    Photo Date: 
    06/01/2024
    The lowest portion of the trail weaves through the pines of the Recreation Area.
    Shaun Hunter
    Photo Date: 
    06/01/2024
    G Loop Trail in Ely's Ward Mountain Recreation Area.

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