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Next to the boat launch is the beginning of the blue-blazed Ravine Nature Trail. Users should note that this walking-only path is off-limits to bicycles. The change in surface to bumpy wood chips also discourages wheeled use. Shortly into the trail, a set of stairs helps users climb the steep hillside as the route winds through the trees, emerging along Meade Lane. Cross the road and turn left to continue down the trail in an open, grassy field. Entering the woods again, you will encounter densely packed trees and hilly terrain along the ravine, while bridges help you cross the water channels below. There is a small loop at the end of the trail; regardless of which way you come, you will very soon return to where you started and need to double back to the beginning.

On the blue-blazed trail (walking only), pedestrians will encounter forested and hilly terrain along the ravine, and bridges over the water.

On the way back, if you wish to turn left at Meade Lane, you will reach several parking lots, a farm complex, and a mansion complex. Smithville Mansion—where Hezekiah Smith and his family resided—is open for tours during the summer season on particular days of the week. Consult its website, smithvillemansion.org, for details.