White Trail

From the trailhead, the trail starts on a sharp ascent along cutbacks to the top of the ridge. The lower trail then meanders around the cove without too many elevation changes and then descends on the far side, crossing several streams that have man-made crossings. The second trail breaks off about a third the way along the trail and continues along the ridge.

Landowner Jane Heyward approached the Conservancy about donating her property and making it accessible to visitors. Through Mrs. Heyward's exceptional generosity, the Conservancy created a parking area, signage, and hiking trails for people to experience the preserve and will protect Fortune's Cove for future generations.Conservancy staff and volunteers will maintain the 5.5-mile trail for visitors. The preserve falls within the project area of the Conservancy's Piedmont Program.