Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)
Birders will find the Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3) of particular interest.
Plan Around Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)
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Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3) Details
From the Boardwalk Loop Trail, Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3) juts off and circumnavigates Weston Lake. Following the trail, you'll find fantastic views of Cedar Creek and terrific opportunities to spot otters and wading birds. This trail is particularly nice in hotter weather, when the trees provide ample shade from the sun.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
4.4 miles
Estimated time
3 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Weston Lake Loop Trail (#3)
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0.2 mi away
Sims Trail (#2)
Cross the boardwalk twice on this easy loop trail.
0.5 mi away
Weston Lake
The arc-shaped lake is the centerpiece of the Weston Lake Loop (#3) trails.
0.5 mi away
Bluff Trail
Turn off of the Boardwalk Loop Trail to join the very easy Bluff Trial (#1) that leads to the Bluff Campsite.
0.5 mi away
Boardwalk Loop Trail
The 2.4-mile loop boardwalk trail is a terrific introduction to Congaree National Park.
0.5 mi away
Longleaf Trail (#8)
Access the Longleaf Campground via the Longleaf Trail (#8).
