Cedar Sink Trail
A fantastic short hike for a look at the geology of the region.
Plan Around Cedar Sink Trail
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Cedar Sink Trail Details
Starting at the Cedar Sink Trailhead, this short but steep out-and-back hike will lead you through an incredible karst landscape of water-filled sinkholes, cave openings, and rocky cliffs. You will drop down into Cedar Sink, so be warned that you'll have to climb back out (although the steps make this easier). A platform overlook offers a view down into the sink before you descend. Water levels vary, but you should get at least a couple of glimpses of the underground rivers that flow beneath the surface here. If you time your visit right, the wildflowers are absolutely spectacular because of the fertile soil at the bottom of the sink, particularly in the spring. There is great birding along this trail, too.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2 miles
Estimated time
1.5 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Cedar Sink Trail
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0.5 mi away
Turnhole Bend Nature Trail
The Turnhole Bend Nature Trail is located on Brownsville Road just east of the junction with Cedar Sink Road.
1.1 mi away
Turnhole Bend Trail
This popular hiking and horseback riding trail connects to several other trails and leads to a campsite.
3.1 mi away
Green River Ferry
Centrally located auto ferry and boat launch on the Green River.
3.2 mi away
Furlong Cemetery Spur
This quarter-mile spur trail adds some historic context to your hike or ride on the Railroad Trail.
3.4 mi away
Sloans Crossing Pond Picnic Area and Trailhead
The Sloans Crossing Pond Walk has a picnic area at the trailhead.
