Near Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop
This is the mouth to the Lime Kiln.
Near Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop
Looking up the chimney.
Near Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop
Looking up the lime kiln chimney. Note the four holes on the side if the walls.
Near Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop
A young hiker poses next to the Kiln.
Near Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop
The steep stairs leading down to the kiln and picnic tables.

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Lime Kiln Lighthouse Loop

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A short loop around Lime Kiln State Park.
0.6
mi
Distance
57
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
This area closes at dusk and you must have a Discover Pass.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.6mi
Distance
57ft
Elevation Gain
101ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
93ft
High Point
9ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts at the Lime Kiln Point Loop. Follow the trail until you come to a "T" intersection. Take a right, follow the trail out to the lighthouse and then up the rocks. The trail will follow a small bluff just above the water around and back around to the lower parking lot and restrooms. The trail will eventually link you back up to that first "T" intersection. You'll see a white information board. In the middle is a silver button, if you push it you can hear what the hydrophone is picking up. This is a renowned whale watching location.

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Contributors
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