Saturday Falls of the Ohio 4-mile Hike - *NEW Path & Start Point*
Details
Join Hike and Bike the Ville for a scenic 4-mile hike along the Falls of the Ohio. We'll begin in the middle of the new Origin Park, travel through Buttonbush Woods, The Clarksville Heritage Trail, the Ohio River Greenway, and the Loop Island Wetlands.
If you've done this hike with us before, PLEASE NOTE that due to construction near our former meetup point, we have shifted to a NEW ROUTE and COMPLETELY DIFFERENT STARTING POINT. The route is now approximately half dirt trail and half paved Greenway, with generally easy terrain and a few moderate inclines.
We'll maintain a brisk but comfortable pace, with several short stops to enjoy the scenery and explore the rich natural and historical significance of the landscape around us.
Highlights include:
• Views of the Falls of the Ohio, including Sand Island, the McAlpine Dam and hydroelectric plant, and the Louisville skyline.
• The site where the Lewis and Clark Expedition departed in 1803
• Origin Park's Buttonbush Woods and new Vista event center and Buttonbush Woods
• Mill Creek and Silver Creek
• The Loop Island Wetlands, home to diverse flora and fauna and once a favored location for duels in the region's early history
Hike and Bike the Ville is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, supportive environment where people can enjoy exercise, nature, and good company. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome too!