Pickwick Landing State Park

Description: First Day Hike at Pickwick

Location: Pickwick Landing State Park

Kick off the new year with a healthy habit - hiking in nature! Join us for a ranger-led hike along the Island Loop Trail.

Meet at the trailhead by Cabin #9 at 10:00 am. This is an easy-moderate trail of approximately 2.8 miles that takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to hike. Be sure to dress for the weather. Dogs are welcome, but must remain on a leash. Please wear closed-toed shoes. The trail has tree roots that can be tripping hazards and there are a few areas that could be muddy. There is a gradual elevation gain of 118ft. Water is recommended. Meet at the Island Loop Trailhead in the Cabin Area. Free to attend, but donations are welcome.

Click the Essential Eligibility Criteria link below for more information about hiking the Island Loop Trail.

Island Loop Trail Snapshot

Trail Length: 2.1 mi (3.4 km) 

Trail Type: Loop 

Activities Allowed: 

• Hiking  

Trail Surface:  

• 99.5% Soil 
• 0.4% Wood decking 
• 0.1% Gravel  

Elevation: 

• Gain: 184.6 ft (56.3 m) 
• Loss: 269.1 ft (82.0 m) 

Grade: 

• Average: 4.1% 
• Maximum: 27.9% 

Standard Ramp Grade: 8.3% 

Cross Slope: 

• Average: 2.3% 
• Maximum: 16.5% 

Tread Width: 

• Average: 46 in (116.1 cm) 
• Minimum: 12 in (30.5 cm) 

Obstructions: 

• Rocks – Height: 6 in (15.2 cm); No remaining tread 
• Erosion – Height: 6 in (15.2 cm); No remaining tread 
• Root – Height: 6 in (15.2 cm); No remaining tread 

Event Document:   Essential Eligibility Criteria