Near Poe's Ridge Trail
Bald Eagle, over Jordan Lake
Near Poe's Ridge Trail
Beautiful fall foliage.
Near Poe's Ridge Trail
A view of Jordan Lake from Poe's Ridge Trail.
Near Poe's Ridge Trail
Resting bench and trail map with view of lake to the right of photo.
Near Poe's Ridge Trail
Jordan Lake, from Poe's Ridge Trail

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Poe's Ridge Trail

3.1 (7 Ratings)
This is a 4-mile multi-use loop along Jordan Lake between the Visitor Assistance Center and Poe's Ridge boat ramp.
3.5
mi
Distance
343
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLakeViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Firearms are restricted, as this trail is on US Army Corps of Engineers property. Dogs must be on a maximum 6-ft leash.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.51mi
Distance
343ft
Elevation Gain
409ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
346ft
High Point
216ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Poe's Ridge Trail is a nearly 4-mile loop marked with red paint along B. Everett Jordan Lake between the Visitor Assistance Center and the Poe's Ridge boat ramp. The trail contains three shortcuts marked with blue paint that can be used to create smaller loops. Halfway through the large loop, you'll find the Herp Habitat wildlife area. This area is a reformed, abandoned cattle pond transformed into habitat for amphibians and reptiles. Please be especially sure to stay on the trail in this area in protection of the wildlife. The trail is in close proximity to the B. Everett Jordan Dam.

Route Conditions

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