Near The Big Bog
The entrance to the Big Bog Boardwalk.
Near The Big Bog
Ludlow Pond
Near The Big Bog
The Big Bog from the end of the boardwalk.
Near The Big Bog
On the Big Bog boardwalk

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The Big Bog

4.7 (3 Ratings)
Journey down the one-mile-long boardwalk through the largest peat bog in the lower 48 states!
2.3
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.32mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
1,201ft
High Point
1,195ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
Starting from the Northern Unit parking area, hike north on Ludlow Pond Trail to reach the boardwalk. On the boardwalk, you may see rare and endangered species of plants, including carnivorous plants! There is a platform at the end of the boardwalk offering an open view of this absolutely massive bog. When you are done admiring this untamable landscape, turn back and continue on the loop around Ludlow Pond back to the parking area.

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Contributors
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