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The Importance of Trail Characteristics When Choosing Where to Hike, 2013
| Trailhead Characteristic | N | % |
|---|---|---|
| Information about level of difficulty of the trails | 19 | 76 |
| Scenic beauty of the trail | 18 | 72 |
| Trail safety | 17 | 68 |
| Convenient location | 16 | 64 |
| Signage | 16 | 64 |
| Good parking available | 15 | 60 |
| Access to amenities | 14 | 56 |
| Recommendations from friends or family | 12 | 48 |
| Familiarity with area | 11 | 44 |
| Degree of difficulty of the trails | 9 | 36 |
