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Madison County Nature Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Also known locally as the Green Mountain Nature Trail, this loop of Sky Lake is not to be missed.
1.1
mi
Distance
89
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyFishingLakeWildflowers
Access Issues
Open daily from 7am until thirty minutes before sunset.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.07mi
Distance
89ft
Elevation Gain
89ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,363ft
High Point
1,325ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Located on Green Mountain, this path is a beautiful hike in any season. The loop heads around Sky Lake, passing in and out of the woods and at one point crossing a covered bridge at the southwest corner of the lake. There are benches and picnic spots along the path if you want to stop and soak in the scenery a bit more. The path is especially scenic in the fall, when the changing autumn foliage is reflected in the still waters of Sky Lake. The covered bridge makes a particularly photogenic spot so be sure to bring your camera. The path is also lovely in the spring and early summer and the azaleas, dogwoods, and a variety of other wildflowers are in bloom.

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Contributors
Kristen Arendt