Near Point Overlook Loop
View from point overlook.
Near Point Overlook Loop
One of three bridges along the asphalt trail.
Near Point Overlook Loop
Soft trail within interior of park

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Point Overlook Loop

4.0 (1 Rating)
Soft trail system with narrow and wide trails in a maritime forest.
1.3
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ADA AccessibleBirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
No restrictions. Can get wet/Muddy

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.26mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
15ft
High Point
4ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail currently has two main trail heads;one from VA Ave. Parking lot and the other from Marshview Drive. Part of the trail, the straightest section is a wide asphalt path that traverses two small creeks with well built and formal bridges. As the trail continues east past the VA Parking lot side, there is a wide soft trail that is about 1/4 of a mile towards the point. This is natural overlook of the tidal wetlands and marsh area along Owl Creek and the surrounding areas. The trail turns west and heads back towards Marshview Drive along a natural path surrounded by a relatively young forest comprised of live oaks, lob lolly pines and other species of oaks etc. eventually the tight path gives way to dense forest and a wider path with some man made terrain areas to traverse. At the first intersection you come to by staying on this one main trail, you'll continue straight. At the next intersection you'll make a left. Continue west on this trail and you'll see more man made terrain like jumps to the right. Keep the jumps to your right and the trail will go around them and eventually put you back on the asphalt trail by one of the bridges. The trail has beautiful sights, sounds, smells and an abundance of wildlife, especially at the point, certain times of year. North of the asphalt trail across the creek their is construction taking place as the City is formalizing that part of the park property. Eventually their will be more formalized trails, a dog park, a playground, and a shelter or two.
History & Background
There is an archaeological dig of an old historical home nestled in the woods but very hard to find.

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Contributors
Michael Moore