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Windy Ridge Trail

5.0 (1 Rating)
This is a nice shady trail within Little Bennett Regional Park.
1.4
mi
Distance
41
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.42mi
Distance
41ft
Elevation Gain
101ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
556ft
High Point
466ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Using the Browning Run Trail, Western Piedmont Trail, and Windy Ridge Trail, you can create a pleasant, small loop. Each end of the trail meets at Browning Run Trail. There are lots of wildlife watching opportunities in this area of the park. This trail is shared by hikers, bikers, and equestrians. Please be courteous of other trail users.

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Contributors
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