Back to Charlestown

Charlestown State Park has quickly become my favorite place to hike.  The trails not only offer spectacular views, but are also well marked and maintained.  We were still a bit tired and sore from the grueling hike yesterday at Deam Lake, so we were looking for a somewhat easy hike today.  We ended up on Trail 6 a rugged 2.3 miles.  It was another great trail that started with a rocky incline.

At the top of the hill, the trail levels off and we walked close to a mile on the top of the bluff.  We could spot the Ohio River in places, as well as some birds. 

However, near the halfway point, where we begin descending the hill the terrain became the most interesting.  There were water falls, bridges, amazing rock formations, and the remains of buildings from the past.

The trail was rated 'rugged' but I was not really understanding why until the decent.  It seemed we were walking in a creek bed.  It was very unstable with both loose and solid rocks along the way. It did not feel nearly as treacherous as a lot of the Deam Lake trail, but it was by far the toughest part today.

There are several more trails at Charlestown we want to knock out.  So far we love trails 3, 6, and 7.  I think we will be trying Trail 1 next.  Before we go, here are some 'bloopers' from today.

I have added pictures of Kyle and his Binoculars - its only fair I include my fanny pack!

Spiderweb.  'Nuff said?