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The ultimate adventure guide

Karen Lee Ensley
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The park entrance sign welcomes visitors.
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From the beach parking lot, walk across the bridge to access the Rapid Run Nature Trailhead.
Karen Lee Ensley
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The trailhead is near the lake.
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Several trails intersect.
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Rapid Run Nature Trail is identified with yellow blazes.
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The trail is well marked.
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Several bridges help adventurers to cross springs and small streams.
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The trail leads through a beautiful old-growth forest.
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Rhododendron are abundant along the stream.
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A sapling grows on an old stump.
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Part of the trail is very wide.
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The trail leads over a large stone bridge.
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The bark on some of the pine trees has a red tone.
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The rhododendron are preparing for their spring bloom.
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A large picnic pavilion invites adventurers to sit and enjoy the setting.
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The peaceful view from inside the picnic pavilion.
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The picnic pavilion is accessible from near the park office.
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Except for this short hill, the trail is mostly flat.
Karen Lee Ensley
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A small waterfall flows in the stream known as Rapid Run.
Karen Lee Ensley
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A large bridge crosses the stream.
Karen Lee Ensley
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03/07/2019
Rapid Run Nature Trail is a scenic loop.

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