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Looking Glass Rock - elev. 4492' (Milepost 417.0)

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Overlook Description

One of the largest masses of granite in the Eastern United States, Looking Glass Rock gets its name from the shimmering effects of sunlight on its surface when wet. This is also an excellent location for rock climbing.
 

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Overlook description text adapted from selected works by Menasha Ridge Press.

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