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Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trailhead is located near the visitor center parking lot.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trail begins as a wide, grassy trail.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
An abundance of wildflowers, including this Canada goldenrod, attracts butterflies.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
There is a lovely view overlooking Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trail changes to dirt and rock as it enters the forest.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The red berries of Amur honeysuckle (Lonicera maackii) shine brightly in the forest.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
At the end of a meadow area, a small sign indicates to follow the path back into the woods.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trail is narrow but well defined.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The bright red of Jack-in-the-pulpit, (Arisaema triphyllum) is eye-catching on the forest floor.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
A wooden walkway and bridge cover a small stream and wetland area.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
Well-placed wooden boards cover wet areas of the trail.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trail has rocky sections.
Karen Lee Ensley
Photo Date:
09/10/2021
The trail leads back to the visitor center parking lot.