Near Chickasaw Park Loops
A section of the Friends Trail.

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Chickasaw Park Loops

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A series of short trails near and around Lake Placid.
4.1
mi
Distance
537
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
LakeRiver/CreekSwimming
Access Issues
The trail map will show a bridge across Lake Placid. The bridge has been closed.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.11mi
Distance
537ft
Elevation Gain
537ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
627ft
High Point
506ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
The featured hike is made up of four separate trails, each around one mile in length. Start out on the Friends Trail, before transitioning to the Lake Shore Trail, the Owens Spring Trail, and finally taking another portion of the Lake Shore Trail back to the start. The boardwalks allow easy passage through low-lying areas surrounding the lake. The lake is inhabited by a pair of ospreys which are often sighted flying overhead. Hikers will pass over several clear streams and can experience both the deciduous forest and bayou environments along the trails.
History & Background
There is a historical log cabin in the park, which makes for an excellent stopping point.

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Contributors
Jeffery Karafa