Luke Carter Trail

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Trail Overview

Located in Persimmon Ridge Park. A ridgeline hike through second generation hardwoods, gap view at powerline, and down to bridge.

How to get there

Driving direction on main park page. Parking for the main trailhead is located by the playground area next to the campground. Trail begins behind the playground.

Route Description

Miles	Luke Carter Trail	Miles	Elevation
0.0	Trailhead at campground	1.3
0.2	Up on ridgeline	0.0
0.8	Gap for powerline - look down on Wetlands water park
1.3	Bridge at western end of trail	0.0

Typical Conditions

Hard dirt trail with two switchbacks to get up to ridgeline. Might have had yellow blazes at one time, but could not see. Someone has removed several blowdowns from the winter and spring storms. No sign at western end to let you know about the trail - or how long.

Regulations

NO BIKES!

Misc. Information

The trail is named after Luke Carter, who lead its construction for his Eagle Scout project. Might have been part of Boy Scout Troop 39 (to be confirmed).

Maps

The Fern Trail is shown as red line below, while Lakeside Trail is in yellow.

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