Near Two Ponds Loop
Enjoy pleasant prairie views from the Big Prairie Stand.
Near Two Ponds Loop
Enjoy the sculpture titled "Earth Clock" while in the arboretum.
Near Two Ponds Loop
View from the trail
Near Two Ponds Loop
There are Trolls at Bernheim
Near Two Ponds Loop
View from the trail

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Hike Trail

Two Ponds Loop

3.0 (2 Ratings)
A figure eight trail with three bridges crossing the pond.
0.8
mi
Distance
42
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsFamily FriendlyLake
Access Issues
See Bernheim's website for upcoming events, hours, and closures. https://bernheim.org

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.8mi
Distance
42ft
Elevation Gain
22ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
538ft
High Point
505ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
You can park at the Visitors Center and catch a dirt path descending to the trail on the right of the Visitor Center, by the swings, or you can work your way around the Visitors Center and catch the paved trail as it breaks from the road. Follow the paved path around in either direction. The path is paved or gravel the whole way. You can chose your own adventure, as you can make a figure 8 pattern following this path. Watch for where the Prairie Trail comes off on the prairie side of the pond and takes these seasonal path as you interest, or continue along the loop. Take lots of breaks if you wish, as benches and trees abound on the path. Don't worry if you don't know what kind of tree you are sitting under, most are clearly labeled. Watch out for the geese though, they enjoy a lot of freedom and can cause a mess.

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Contributors
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