Lower Dogwood Trail
The .7-mile Lower Dogwood Trail loop begins when hikers take a left at the east end of the very short Arlington Trail.
Plan Around Lower Dogwood Trail
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Lower Dogwood Trail Details
The .7-mile Lower Dogwood Trail loop begins when hikers take a left at the east end of the very short Arlington Trail. This smooth but steep gravel path climbs North Mountain, and also connects with the Upper Dogwood Trail loop, as well as the Floral Trail. Sandstone boulders near the top mark the westernmost tip of the trail. From there, the trail turns right and continues downhill for 100 yards before heading up the mountain again. Hikers should ignore the left trail in the steep curve, as it's a dead-end. There are numerous water bars that can cause hikers to trip, so watch your step. At the next two junctions, turn right to return to the Floral Trail, which will complete the lower loop of the Dogwood Trail. Turning left at either junction will deposit hikers onto the Upper Dogwood Trail.
Difficulty
Low
Distance
0.7 miles
Estimated time
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Lower Dogwood Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lower Dogwood Trail
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0.2 mi away
Floral Trail
Floral Trail is around 0.4 miles one way, and connects the Dogwood and Honeysuckle Trails.
0.2 mi away
Hot Springs Mountain Drive
Hot Springs Mountain Drive offers the main scenic access to the eastern portion of the park.
0.3 mi away
Gulpha Gorge Volunteer Cabin
Built by park maintenance workers in 1932, the Gulpha Gorge Volunteer Cabin in Gulpha Gorge Campground now serves as a residence for the park's artist-in-residence program.
0.3 mi away
Fountain Trail
This short - only 528 feet - steep access trail begins on Fountain Street below the Hot Springs Mountain Drive entrance.
0.3 mi away
Arlington Trail
Arlington Trail, at .1-miles one-way, is one of the park's shortest hiking routes.
