Camp Branch Out and Back at Breaks Interstate Park
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Map of Camp Branch Out and Back hike at Breaks Interstate Park
Elevation profile of Camp Branch Out and Back hike at Breaks Interstate Park
Overview. This is a gorgeous creekside hike through mature forest leading to the Russell Fork. Along the way, enjoy some small waterfalls below the trail and pass by a ‘balanced’ rock before reaching the river where The Chimney can be seen high above.
GPS Waypoints
Trailhead | 37.271819, -82.294344
Russell Fork | 37.275881, -82.297150
Trailhead. There’s enough room for up to 4 vehicles at the trailhead along Garden Hole Road. [map]
Trail navigation. From the trailhead, head out on the trail as Camp Branch begins to descend. A couple small waterfalls are partially visible from the trail (likely accessible from the other side of the creek). Continue past the ‘balanced’ rock before descending somewhat steeply on earthen steps to reach the Russell Fork. Explore as long as you like here and retrace your steps to the trailhead.
Camp Branch Trailhead, Breaks Interstate Park
Mature forest along Camp Branch Trail, Breaks Interstate Park
Old Man of the Woods Fungus along the trail
‘Balanced’ rock on Camp Branch Trail, Breaks Interstate Park
The Russell Fork near Camp Branch, Breaks Interstate Park