Near Turnhole Bend Nature Trail
Photo taken from the observation deck on the Turnhole Bend Trail in May 2016.
Near Turnhole Bend Nature Trail
Overlooking the Green River

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Turnhole Bend Nature Trail

4.0 (13 Ratings)
A great place to look for bald eagles!
0.5
mi
Distance
137
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.54mi
Distance
137ft
Elevation Gain
137ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
687ft
High Point
592ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The trail provides ample elevation changes and beauty, and is, in my opinion, a gem. From the start, the path gets your heart pumping as you navigate the steps from the parking lot to the top of the ridge, and your heart rate will continue to rise as you follow the roughly oval loop back around to the end.A wonderful overlook awaits you about midway through, where you can gaze upon the Green River as it flows through the trail's namesake bend. Time your hike for the winter, when the fallen leaves allow for a better view of the valley.On my most recent hike, I had the pleasure of watching a bald eagle soar over the bend in the river from the overlook.

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Contributors
Kevin Mays