Woodlands Trace
Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, Trigg County, KY
Point-to-point trail in Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, Trigg County, KY. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 38.2 mi (61.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,303 ft (702 m)
- Est. Time
- 13 hr 30 min
- High point
- 646 ft (197 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area: Cedar Pond Picnic Area 9 mi (14.5 km) from start
- Picnic area: Colson Overlook Picnic Area 15 mi (24.1 km) from start
- Campsite: Golden Pond Visitor Center FREE 18 mi (28.9 km) from start
- Picnic area: Jenny Ridge Picnic Area at Land Between The Lakes 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from start
- Trailhead: North/South Trail Head (North, West) at Land Between The Lakes 36.6 mi (58.8 km) from start
- Visitor center: North Welcome Station at Land Between The Lakes 36.6 mi (58.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Woodlands Trace
How long is Woodlands Trace?
Woodlands Trace is 38.2 mi (61.5 km) long. Most people take about 13 hr 30 min. It climbs 2,303 ft (702 m) in total, up to a high point of 646 ft (197 m).
How hard is Woodlands Trace?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Woodlands Trace?
Parking at the far end. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Woodlands Trace?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Woodlands Trace shaded?
Partly shaded (35% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Woodlands Trace?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Woodlands Trace?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Woodlands Trace?
3 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Woodlands Trace?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Woodlands Trace
- B.s. Red Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Moderate · 3.7 mi (6 km)
- B.s. White Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- B.s. Orange Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.4 km)
- Bards Lake North to Gatlin Point Campground Trail Stewart County · Easy · 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- B.s. Yellow Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- B.s. Blue Trail Stewart County · Moderate · 10.6 mi (17 km)
- B.s. Paw Paw Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- B.s. Accessible Trail Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
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