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    Falls Creek Gorge

    4.0 (2 reviews)

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    Portland Arch Nature Preserve

    Portland Arch Nature Preserve

    4.6(8 reviews)
    8.4 mi

    Unless you are a skilled hiker, I recommend going to this beautiful nature preserve when the…read moreweather has been dry. There is about 90 feet of elevation change on the 0.8 mile loop that can be a bit slippery if you pick a time when mud/rain can be a problem. I only explored the north end trail during my visit. After parking in a shaded lot, I went into the park where I had a choice of left or right. The right side has a steeper descent than the left. Fortunately, there is a hand rail for stability. I figured it easier to go down the steep side than up, so I stayed on the right hand path. There is a fairly level area before you reach the "stairs". The stairs are mostly natural, so they aren't evenly spaced. Just keep focused and you should be alright. Once the trail reaches the bottom of the gorge, there are places where elevated paths keep your feet from trekking through the mud. Depending upon how much rain has fallen, you may get some mud, but my feet stayed dry the entire loop. At the base, there are deep ravines where the trees catch the sunlight and light up in brilliant yellow greens. The rocks are layered and take on a rusty color that can make for some great photos. The highlight of the loop is finding the "arch" through the ridge of rock. It was just a bit taller than my head (I would say most folks won't need to duck going through.) After that, you will start working your way back. Although I traveled the same distance up, it was gradual and not nearly as challenging as climbing steps. I didn't see much wildlife there, but there were squirrels and butterflies that showed themselves. I like a short hike that features a destination and great scenes along the way. If you like that too, then seek out this park. Review #2840

    Great trail among beautiful landforms. It's a nice hike that makes for a good day trip along with…read moreWilliamsport Falls, Attica, and the courthouse murals on Covington.

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    Portland Arch trail

    Portland Arch Nature Preserve - Halfway down the ravine - rugged

    Halfway down the ravine - rugged

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    Cicott Trading Post Park - Trail map

    Cicott Trading Post Park

    4.5(2 reviews)
    6.7 mi

    It was a fairly easy trail. There are many spammed trees. Some may find that bothersome. Nice trail…read morethough.

    I always enjoy watching a deer run across the trail when hiking. So when I took Trail #1 that…read moreheads closer to the river before returning to the straight Trail #2 that runs parallel to the road, the doe ran across my path and was quickly out of sight. I continued along the 0.4 mile trail through the dense woods. When I made my way back towards the parking lot on Trail #2, I saw her again as she darted out of the woods and crossed the road into the nearby field. So quick. So graceful. Anyway, the trails start off nice and wide, but when they get into the thicker part of the woods, the paths become more difficult to find. However, by looking at the map at the trailhead, I had a good idea of the direction and distance and was able to determine where to go. Note that there are some unofficial trials that spur off towards the river, but I didn't pursue those as the temperature was getting close to a humid 90 degrees. Trail #2 also extends beyond where Trail #1 reconnects for another 0.4 miles parallel to the road (about 10 yards into the woods) heading east. The park has a gravel lot and a small shelter by the parking area. There are permanent restrooms by the trailheads. The west side of the park has a large open lawn area. Overall, the hiking was fine with a small elevation change on Trail #1 as it lowers nearer the river. Review #972

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