Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
The trail begins at a small gravel parking area near the town of Smartsville.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Walking in a counter clockwise direction heads toward the lower section first, which gives a chance to see if the trail is flooded.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Beaver activity has been known to flood the trail. Hikers may want to wait until conditions have been dry for awhile to embark on this hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
The trail is well marked.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Black Swan Preserve.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
The two mile trail has a low section before climbing into the oak lined hills.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
There are views of the surrounding landscape from the upper section of the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Walking through the oak forest.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Overlooking the Black Swan Preserve.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
06/15/2025
Gates sit along both ends of the loop.