Lincoln Lake Loop Trail, Dayhike

Day, Date:  Saturday, Oct 7, 2023

Name of Hike:  Lincoln Lake Loop Trail

Type of Hike:  Dayhike, Trail.  Loop around the lake with woods, rock ledges, views of the lake.

Distance:  4.6 miles

Total Elevation Gain/Loss:  120 ft.  Trail undulates with no major grades.

Rating:  Easy to moderate due to distance.  The trail is well-maintained, with generally good tread.

Features:  On the trail, we will see overviews of the lake, cross the earthen dam which forms it, visit the “Lost Puppy Overlook” on the dry side of the dam, pass through scenic woods and bluff areas.  In addition to the main loop, there is an optional short loop trail (Lower Eagle View Loop. The weather should be refreshingly mild, with highs reaching the mid-60s.

Hike Leader:  Steve Singleton

Email:  aerialobserver@gmail.com

Meeting Place and Time: 

• Meet in the NE corner of the Wal-Mart Super Center parking lot on 6^th St (Martin Luther King Blvd)–US Hwy 62 west in Fayetteville–for carpooling in time for a 9:30 a.m. departure; or,
• Meet at the Lincoln Lake parking lot four miles north of Lincoln AR on County Road 669 at 10:00 a.m.  If joining at the lake, either follow Google Maps, which routes through Rhea’s Mill, or stay on US Hwy 62 west through Prairie Grove another seven miles to Lincoln, then turn north (right) on West St in downtown Lincoln and go 3.6 miles to parking area which is well marked.

Comment:  After this week’s rain, there may be a water crossing, so keep that possibility in mind. Bring water, bug spray, snack, rain gear, gloves, and wear hiking boots/shoes.  Hiking poles may be helpful.  No pets are allowed on any hikes, and children under 12 years are discouraged and must be accompanied by a guardian.   Participants are required to sign a liability release at the trailhead to take part in any Ozark Society outing:

Comments:  After this week’s rain, there may be a water crossing, so keep that possibility in mind.   Bring water, snacks, rain gear, gloves, and a hiking stick, and wear comfortable hiking boots/shoes.  Insect repellant and sunscreen may be advisable. No pets are allowed on any hikes.  Children under 12 years are discouraged, and minors must be accompanied by a guardian.  Participants are required to sign a Liability Release sheet at the trailhead to take part in any Ozark Society outing.  Everyone is welcome to hike with the OS, whether an Ozark Society member or not.
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