Near Paddy's Creek Trail
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Hike Trail

Paddy's Creek Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
An excellent trail along Lake James as it slowly expands from Paddy's Creek.
1.2
mi
Distance
30
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSpringViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.15mi
Distance
30ft
Elevation Gain
48ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,238ft
High Point
1,200ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail is a point to point trail that can be linked with other trails inside the park. It is a nice and easy stretch of trail with a few roots and rocks, but little elevation gain. Great views of the lake can be enjoyed along this trail.

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Contributors
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