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