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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.
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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.
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    A small waterfall flows in the stream known as Rapid Run.
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    A large bridge crosses the stream.
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    Rapid Run Nature Trail is a scenic loop.

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