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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
The trail begins at the edge of a gravel parking lot beside the lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
While the trail can be walked both ways, the route is a little more straightforward if going in a clockwise direction.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
The 18 acre lake is open for fishing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
Most of the trail is beneath the tree coverage just out of view of the water.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
There are a few short branch trails that head to the water's edge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
The most exciting feature of the path is a long plank boardwalk at the far end of the lake.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
The mixed pine and hardwood forest provides shade for much of the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
The trail passes a lone sand beach at the base of the campground.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
Interpretive signs appear sporadically along the walk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
09/03/2021
A shady rest area along the path.