Near High Ridge Trail
View of Yates Mill Pond
Near High Ridge Trail
View of lake and mill from trail in the spring
Near High Ridge Trail
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High Ridge Trail

4.5 (2 Ratings)
Forest trail above Yates Mill Pond.
0.7
mi
Distance
75
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.69mi
Distance
75ft
Elevation Gain
72ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
358ft
High Point
296ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This naturally-surfaced linear trail travels along the ridges above the pond through mixed old field pine, hardwood forests and north-facing bluffs. When combined with part of the Mill Pond Trail, the trail length can be extended to a 1.25-mile loop.

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Contributors
Patrick Ivey