Turtle Trail

Total Miles
3.1

Elevation

155.48 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

3

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall

Trail Overview

Turtle Trail is a mild, leisurely, scenic loop trail that travels through some fields and prairies, and then into the woods along the Wabash River with some great views. As the name implies, you are likely to encounter some turtles on the trail so please watch for them! Located on the west side of Badlands Offroad Park. The trailhead is behind a gate near the youth mx track. The gate may be locked at times, ask park staff to open the gate for access. Vehicles only, no ATV's, SXS, or Dirt Bikes.

Photos of Turtle Trail

Turtle Trail
Turtle Trail

Difficulty

The forest section has a few tight turns between trees along with a few uneven sections with some ruts and small rocks. As with any trail, conditions may change with weather and time. There are areas that may be muddy after a rain.

Technical Rating

3

Access Description

The trailhead is behind a gate near the youth learning MX track and drag strip. It is just to the west of the lower guard shack where you enter the park.

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