ORTON-RIM CONNECTOR TRAIL — photo spot in CLIFTON GORGE STATE NATURE PRESERVE, Clifton, OH 45387, USA

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ORTON-RIM CONNECTOR TRAIL

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Steep limestone walls, whitewater riffles and small cascades along the Little Miami River make the Orton‑Rim Connector Trail a compact, high-impact landscape spot. Best at sunrise or golden hour for warm rim light; overcast or after rain maximizes waterfall texture. Spring runoff and autumn foliage offer peak drama. Trail sections include rim viewpoints and rougher river‑edge access—expect short hikes, uneven rock, and parking at Clifton Gorge trailheads (state preserve rules apply). Weekdays or