20의 버틀러 카운티가지 명소 & 주요 장소

I don’t think Scott was ever here. The bike trails in this forest aren’t some idyllic geological daydream with newts scurrying around everywhere. They’re challenging and really tough Appalachian trails. Come prepared. Lots of sugary snacks and drinks, you’ll need the calories. Or listen to Scott and bring a picnic basket.

This is great, maybe one of the best paved multi use trails I’ve been on. I rode a bike and really enjoyed all the corners and short climbs as the path twisted along Lake Arthur. Road bike friendly, as many trees as there were I was suprised the asphalt wasn’t pushed up by roots at all and the surface was fast. Numerous pavilions, picnic tables, benches, bathrooms and green lawns for breaks.

Moraine has many rock gardens and dare I say boulder fields on the black diamond trails. If you like technical features this place is for you. Some of the gardens would require some real skill and power. I rode in March after a brief shower on a short travel XC rig. The rocks were pretty slick under my shoes but my wheels still had grip. I lacked the confidence to tackle many of them (riding alone). Most were pretty short and easy to hike a bike around. I’d love to come back with flat pedals and dry conditions and my knee/elbow pads.

The Laneville Trailhead is the southernmost point of the Butler-Freeport Community Trail. This location offers a parking lot and convenient access to the Buffalo River to cool down after a hike.

Hill Top Trail, as the name implies, goes up to a hilltop with some views of Lake Aurthur between the trees. It can get muddy here after it rains, so come during a dryer time.

The Butler-Freeport Community Trail spans 20 miles, winding through a scenic wooded valley along Little Buffalo Creek to Buffalo Creek and then to the Allegheny River at Freeport. The trail is a mix of surfaces, mainly crushed limestone, and well-placed mile and .5 mile markers along the way. Restrooms are available along the route and are open seasonally, from May to October. As you ride the trail, you'll encounter charming scenery, including old stone foundations, remains of brick kilns, small dams, and delightful waterfalls.

Blazing Star Trail is a 0.22-mile out-and-back trail perfect for summertime hiking, wintertime snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. It was named after the wildflower that blooms in late July and early August and turns the prairie purple. There are numerous signs along the trail that offer insights into the prairie’s formation and its unique ecosystem. Trailhead amenities include non-flush restrooms, picnic tables, and benches.

Jennings Environmental Education Center is dedicated to providing environmental education, combining protected prairie and forest. It is crucial to stay on the trail and exercise caution to help preserve the area.