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The Grotto

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  1. Areas
  2. IL
  3. …Central Illinois
  4. …Hanna City
  5. Hazel & Bill Rutherford Wildlife Prairie State Park
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Length

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Elevation

8' 2 m

Ascent

-12' -4 m

Descent

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

3%

Max Grade (2°)

609' 186 m

High

598' 182 m

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History
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“A steep drop and climb, with an optional bypass.”

— Tim McGrath
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The Grotto is a tough drop in and climb out. Take the Meadow Trail to bypass it if you're not feeling up for the challenge.

Contacts

Local Club: Peoria Area Mountain Bike Association (PAMBA)

May 2, 2016: Why Join PAMBA ?

Feb 16, 2016: Help PAMBA buy a Billy Goat!

Dec 3, 2015: Inspired To Ride – Jan 30th

Land Manager: Wildlife Prairie Park

Jan 2, 2018: Junior Naturalist Program

Dec 12, 2017: Adventure Camp

May 3, 2017: Mother’s Day Brunch

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Stewarded by Peoria Area Mountain Bike Association (PAMBA)
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in Hazel & Bill Rutherford Wildlife Prairie State Park

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