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Enjoy rock outcrops, hardwood forests and a close-up view of a lake cove on this trail segment.


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Map Key

1.0

Miles

1.6

KM

Point to Point

699' 213 m

High

564' 172 m

Low

129' 39 m

Up

189' 58 m

Down

6%

Avg Grade (3°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Geological Significance · Lake

Description

The trail begins at the Nature Center in tandem with Trail 2. After a short distance, Trail 1 splits to the left/south and quickly passes Dillard Spring. Continuing through the valley, the trail is a bit eroded and crosses some drainage systems, passes a spur-trail to the Fisherman Campground, then draws close to a protected cove of Patoka Lake. A short spur extends toward the cove for a closer view of the lake. Continuing around the bend, Trail 1 links back up with Trail 2.

Flora & Fauna

Hardwood trees, squirrels, deer, possibly turkeys.

Contacts

Land Manager: IN DNR - Patoka Lake

Shared By:

Chris W

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#454

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#43,784

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Photos

Patoka Lake cove off of Trail 1 in winter.
Jan 22, 2024 near French…, IN
Dillard Spring rock outcrop in winter.
Jan 22, 2024 near French…, IN
Icicles on rock outcropping.
Feb 16, 2020 near French…, IN
Dillard Spring sign in winter.
Jan 22, 2024 near French…, IN

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