Sun & Shade Loop - Bernheim

Location: Bernheim Arboretum & Research Forest (Bullitt County)
Distance: (30 minutes)
Difficulty: Easy

This trail is also super easy. Just as the name implies, you get a little bit of sun, a little bit of shade. I started clockwise on the loop. The trail is a combination of gravel and pavement on the "sun" portion, then winding through the woods for the "shade" portion. There are lots of tree varieties along this trail, and are well marked (for all you horticultural fanatics.) There are also lots of resting benches so be sure to stop and take in the scenery as you go. Again, I hiked this one in mid March, but would be beautiful any time of year. The wooded portion has several wooden bridges that cross over small creeks. There were also lots of down trees (I'm assuming from the heavy snow and ice we've had over the last few winters.) But they have done a great job of keeping the trail clean and easily passable. After coming out of the woods, you'll see a great view of Lake Nevin. Be sure to bear right as this trail also connects to the Lake Nevin Loop trail. Bear right again to close out the trail (and hit the bathrooms!)