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Fort Mountain West Overlook – Cool Springs Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

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Murray County

Fort Mountain West Overlook – Cool Springs Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

Hard

5.0

(6854)

6,855

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Fort Mountain West Overlook – Cool Springs Overlook loop from Fort Mountain State Park

04:24

31.7km

1,110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Fort Mountain State Park

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Start point

Parking

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392 m

Fort Mountain Lake

Highlight • Lake

An easy stroll around Fort Mountain Lake could be ideal for anyone of any ability, or incorporated into a longer tour for those looking for more distance and elevation gain. …

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4.79 km

Fort Mountain West Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful sunsets can be observed here. But watch out for the bears 🐻

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5.84 km

A unique fire tower with a mix of timber and stone construction, Fort Mountain Fire Tower was damaged--ironically--by a fire itself in the 1970s before being rebuilt to match its original 1930s design.

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6.82 km

Cool Springs Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Cool Springs Overlook offers sweeping views of undulating hills and distant mountain ranges. Nestled in the scenic landscape, the overlook provides a serene vantage point, showcasing the beauty of rolling …

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11.8 km

Gahuti Trail Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this point on the trail, you'll find yourself elevated above the Fort Mountain Scenic Overlook on Highway 52, with panoramic views to the south and east. Under tree cover …

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16.3 km

Ruins

30.8 km

Fort Mountain Lake

Highlight • Lake

An easy stroll around Fort Mountain Lake could be ideal for anyone of any ability, or incorporated into a longer tour for those looking for more distance and elevation gain. …

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31.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.2 km

2.10 km

255 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.8 km

797 m

503 m

278 m

190 m

108 m

Elevation

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Highest point (850 m)

Lowest point (420 m)

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Today

Saturday 27 June

31°C

23°C

62 %

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