Distance: .5 mile loop (20-30 minutes)
Difficulty: Easy
Ok, I'm a sucker for an easy, yet scenic trail, and this one lives up to it. This trail was originally established as a wildflower trail, for good reason. I hiked this in March, but I would suggest hitting it a little farther into spring, to catch all the ferns and wildflowers in bloom. It's a great warm-up trail or as a quick, peaceful break. The trail is mostly flat and treks along side Rock Run creek. The scenic views also include limestone overhangs, a few small waterfalls and the constant relaxing sound of the bubbling creek. Be careful of the steep ledges that separate the trail from the creek. It makes for a great view of the water but watch your children! After crossing the creek at the halfway mark, you'll hit the only steep incline on the entire trail. After that you're home free. As with all trails, be sure to practice Leave No Trace principles. I'm also an advocate for reduction of what I call noise pollution on trails. Screaming children, talking on your cell phone, or just talking loud in general disrupts the tranquil hiking experience for everyone. Use your inside voice when hiking.
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