- Little Cape Point Trail (2 miles):
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The right fork leads to the shore at Cape Cove and Little Cape Point.
It winds through deep moss-floored spruce and fir forests
interspersed with open ledges of jack pine.
After about a mile, these ledges offer beautiful views of one of
the preserve's bogs.
Further on, a "bog bridge" allows the visitor to walk through a
rich swamp without harming its pitcher plants and sundews.
After the trail reaches the shore, it is just a short walk along the water
northeast to Little Cape Point.
- Mud Hole Trail (1.5 miles):
- The left fork leads northeast to the edge of Mud Hole, and follows the long, narrow,
fjord-like cove. From there the trail winds east to Mud Hole Point,
where there are spectacular views of the islands of Eastern Bay.
- Walking around the loop (5 miles):
- To join the Little Cape Point and Mud Hole Trails, follow the shore between them.
The eastern end of each trail is marked with a cairn and a red marker on the rock.
Signs are also placed strategically along the way, showing important junctions
such as the entrance to each trail onto the shoreline.
- Red Head (4.5 miles):
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Follow Little Cape Point Trail (above) to the shore at Cape Cove and then
walk south along the shore. (See map.)
The shore segment is a rugged two and a half mile walk
and one must return by the same route along the shore ledges.
- Please stay on trails.
- No fires on the Preserve (except below high tide on beaches).
Two trails begin together at the eastern edge of the parking lot, then diverge 100 yards into the woods. They may be difficult or even dangerous in bad weather -- especially in the frequent fogs. Please come well prepared for any kind of weather and be sure to wear sturdy shoes that will comfortably take you on a long hike through all kinds of terrain.
Map and Trails:
