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Clayton Loop

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Distance:
1.0 Mile / 1.6 km
Type:
Loop
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
~30 minutes
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Surface Type:
Dirt
Park:
Frick Park
Town:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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40.43692, -79.908966
Added:
April 23, 2017
Updated:
June 14, 2022
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127'

Total Change
162'

Ascent
188'

Descent

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Key Takeaways

  • Clayton Loop is an easy, 1-mile loop trail in Frick Park, Pittsburgh, PA, encompassing Clayton Hill.
  • The trail begins and ends near the water fountain by the Frick Environmental Center, combining both the North and South Clayton Loops.
  • Dogs are permitted on the trail if leashed, and owners must remove any pet waste.

Clayton Loop

The Clayton Loop at Frick Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is an easy 1-mile trail that encompasses Clayton Hill.

Hike Description
This trail starts and ends by the water fountain at Frick Park near the Frick Environmental Center. This is technically the North + South Clayton Loop trails, but combined into one recording named "Clayton Loop".

During the winter months, there are spots with views of nearby hills and neighborhoods on the eastern side of the trail. During the Spring and Summer, you can usually get a glimpse through the trees.

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Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out by the hiker.
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    40.43692, -79.908966
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  2. Main Trailhead

    40.436487, -79.90673
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