Baymont by Wyndham Harrisburg

This is one of the more difficult trails in the Boyd big tree area. It starts off on a slight decent on a wide gravel path, then makes a hard left to continue down to the creek where it becomes increasingly narrow. On the way down to the creek there are stone steps. The trail crosses the creek by means of a small "stone bridge". Once across the creek the trail starts to gain elevation while becoming increasingly rocky and full of large roots from the surrounding trees. Eventually the trail...

This route loops through the 1,025-acre preserve which is filled with dense forest and is a popular destination for birders. The trail begins with a gentle grade before getting steeper and climbing up Blue Mountain. The trails are wide, well-marked, and easy to follow. Trails are open to the public from dawn to dusk daily.

The trail is a loop through and around Harrisburg. It passes along the Susquehanna River through Riverfront Park, through wooded areas, urban areas, residential areas, and scenic parks, including Reservoir Park and Wildwood Park. Parts of the trail share the road, but most of the loop is on dedicated paths. Most of the trail is paved but portions are gravel or crushed stone. There is plenty of parking at various locations along the route, which is marked with signs every mile.

This paved trail is a pleasant walk along the river. The southern section loops around a large field and the northern section loops around a frisbee golf course. Accessibility: This trail is likely accessible for visitors using wheelchairs, mobility equipment, or strollers. Accessible Parking: Number of designated accessible spaces: 2 at the trailhead and additional 4 spaces at parking lot marked with a waypoint; Number of van-accessible spaces with access aisles: 2; Parking lot surface:...