Distance, round trip: 11 miles

Estimated time: 6-8 hours

Difficulty: strenuous

Trailhead: Glacial Boulder pullout on the road to Inspiration Point

For the first 1 1/2 miles, you will walk near the canyon rim and have views of Silver Cord Cascade across the canyon. In another half mile, you will join the Washburn Spur Trail; after another 3 miles, turn right onto the trail to Seven Mile Hole, which drops more than 1,000 feet in 1 1/2 miles.

Caution: Watch your footing and conserve your energy. Be especially careful where the trail passes both dormant and active hot springs. Stay on the trail.

*Not recommended for persons with heart and/or respiratory problems.

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