Near Indian Point Loop Trail
This is the turnoff to do the Indian Point Loop Trail in a clockwise fashion, opposite of the direction of the mapped route. Some yellow flagging tape marks it just beyond the lake and a short distance from the parking lot.
Near Indian Point Loop Trail
Looking south over Karber's Ridge.
Near Indian Point Loop Trail
My hiking buddy enjoys a very cool small cave with flat floor. It only goes in about 20 feet, but it's a good place to take shelter from a storm.
Near Indian Point Loop Trail
Without a person for scale, it is hard to show the true size of this formation. These rocks are 60-80 feet tall. It is perfect for rock scrambling and exploring.
Near Indian Point Loop Trail
The Indian Point Trail travels near the edge of the bluff in this section.

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Indian Point Loop Trail

4.2 (14 Ratings)
A beautiful loop trail that features bluff views, amazing rock walls, and a gentle forest floor.
1.7
mi
Distance
150
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingLakeViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.71mi
Distance
150ft
Elevation Gain
150ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
852ft
High Point
713ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Indian Point Trail is a 1.9-mile loop trail that starts on the ridge and progresses out to a beautiful bluff face overlooking the valley. From there, it turns left and descends below the bluff offering some of the best views of the bluff face with tons of opportunities for rock scrambling and exploring. The trail continues along the forest floor before ascending a slight rise. Be careful to look out for a deceptive trail turning left that is not part of this trail. The loop trail continues straight along a less-beaten trail and stays below the bluff. The forest floor opens up as the trail moves away from the bluff and is a perfect place for viewing wildflowers in the spring. The trail closes the loop at the pond near the parking lot. Heading clockwise, be on the lookout for a sharp descent and old campsite at the end of the lake. This is the loop trail.

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