Near Panola Mountain Spur Trail
Boardwalk leading to Panola Mtn. Outlook.
Near Panola Mountain Spur Trail
Mossy rocks along the trail.
Near Panola Mountain Spur Trail
Panola Mountain Outlook.

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Panola Mountain Spur Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
Big hills and plenty of distance on paved, well-maintained trail.
1.7
mi
Distance
89
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Open from 7:00 am until dusk 7 days a week.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.72mi
Distance
89ft
Elevation Gain
150ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
868ft
High Point
781ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts near the Panola Mountain State Park Nature Center and is connected to Rockdale River Trail and Arabia Mountain Path. It is a paved, well-maintained trail, heading through the countryside. You'll share it with light traffic including bikers, runners, and walkers. This part of the PATH trail system winds partially around scenic Upper Alexander Lake, a lookout point of Panola Mountain, and beautiful pine forest.

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Contributors
Clint Fowler