Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
The park Museum marks the starting point of the hike, and has water, bathrooms and air conditioning.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
The trail first follows a closed road to the Colonial Life Area which is used for historical period displays during events.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
Colonial Life Area.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
At the Colonial Life Area, the trail intersects with the Pine Trail. Those looking to add distance can walk the Battery Trail in a counterclockwise direction and then continue onto the Pine Trail.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
Beyond the Colonial Life Area, the Battery Trail enters the longleaf pine forest.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
The path stays flat and easy to follow.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
Observant hikers may be able to spot wildlife along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
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An earthen fort wall helped act as a defensive protection during the Civil War period.
Shaun Hunter
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Several marked trails cutoff from the main Orange Loop, creating shortcuts to more quickly complete the loop hike.
Shaun Hunter
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Several interpretive signs are posted along the way.
Shaun Hunter
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Shipyard Creek is visible along the western edge of the trail.
Shaun Hunter
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Marked trail.
Shaun Hunter
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08/31/2021
The trail ends at the far end of the parking area, from where it's an easy walk to either the vehicles or back to the museum.