Forest Exploration Trail
Trail
4.5 mile
7.3 kilometer
point to point
Intermediate
Elevation
Ascent:
220'
67 m
Descent: -224' -68 m
High: 233' 71 m
Low: 130' 40 m
Grade
Avg Grade: 2% (1°)
Max Grade: 10% (6°)
Dogs
Leashed
Weather
All Clear
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“Forest Exploration Trail Extended is a 6.1-mile loop trail located near Chesterfield, Virginia.”
— Michael Smith
Features
Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · River/Creek · Views · Wildlife
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Description
Flora & Fauna
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Land Manager: Pocahontas State Park
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