Near Lenape Trail
Hemlock Falls
Near Lenape Trail
Lenape Trail, near Balls Bluff
Near Lenape Trail
A small stream crosses under the path on the Mayapple Trail. The trees have all dropped their leaves by mid-November, so the area looks a little sparse and wide open.
Near Lenape Trail
Trail along the water.
Near Lenape Trail
A charming forest view off the Lenape Trail in the South Mountain Reservation.

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Hike Trail

Lenape Trail

4.2 (18 Ratings)
A long point-to-point trail that traverses the length of the preserve.
7.9
mi
Distance
899
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWaterfallWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
7.88mi
Distance
899ft
Elevation Gain
1,265ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
585ft
High Point
186ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail can start at either the Locust Grove or Mayapple Hill Parking Lots. Follow the yellow blazes - if you're starting from the Mayapple Hill parking lot, head south. As you can see, the Lenape Trail does travel further north, terminating at Rt. 10, but most folks simply start/finish at the Mayapple Hill parking lot. This is a great out-and-back trail, though it can get very technical at times due to larger root systems, loose rocks, and terrain grade. Get ready for a handful of good climbs, too!

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Contributors
Freddy Arsenault