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1.8

Miles

2.9

KM

Point to Point

1,075' 328 m

High

790' 241 m

Low

294' 90 m

Up

236' 72 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

15%

Max Grade (8°)

Dogs No Dogs

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Fishing · Geological Significance · Historical Significance · Lake · River/Creek · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Family Friendly Nice 3.3 mile loop trail through a valley and Lake Emily to the ruins of the Benua Mansion.

Need to Know

No dogs allowed. Easy access parking. No Restooms. Picnic tables on the dam of the lake and at the ruins of the mansion.

Description

The trail follows an old Township Road that was closed in the 1930's to Lake Emily (Lake Benua), leading to the remains of the Benua Mansion. This is a loop trail but can be done as an in to the mansion. Parking is at the bridge over Clear Creek.

Flora & Fauna

Hemlock Trees, Appalachian Forest Type, Good Birding

Shared By:

Sean Bartholic

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#138

in Ohio

#7,895

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Lake Emily.
Nov 30, 2021 near Lancaster, OH
Trail off the dam.
Nov 30, 2021 near Lancaster, OH
View from the dam overlooking the trail to get to the dam.
Nov 30, 2021 near Lancaster, OH

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Nov 26, 2021
Sean Bartholic
Nice easy trail, great views and history. 3.3mi
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