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Dix Pond Trail

4.5 (2 Ratings)
This is a neat trail that leads through some maturing hardwoods and past two ponds.
0.9
mi
Distance
28
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeRiver/CreekSpringWildlife
Access Issues
This trail is open only during the daytime.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.86mi
Distance
28ft
Elevation Gain
36ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
820ft
High Point
782ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The trail's name comes from a small pond on the property that used to be the site of a gravel dredging operation, however when abandoned, it became a lovely pond due to being lower than the surrounding water table. Today it provides habitat for a variety of birds including geese, ducks, and the blue heron. The section of the trail on either side of the ponds goes through small open areas and thick stands of trees including some hardwoods and larch.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Chris Davis