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Timberlands
Description
The Timberland Preserve is a 600-acre stretch of forest in Guilford that offers a peaceful and scenic walk through a mix of hardwoods, evergreens, and rocky terrain. Many of the trails loop around Upper Guilford Lake, offering quiet views of the water and a chance to spot birds and other wildlife along the shoreline. The Iron Stream also flows through the preserve, adding to the calm, natural setting. With a variety of forest features, stream crossings, and open woodland, it’s a great place to unwind and explore at your own pace.
Trail Map
Map Credit: SCRCOG
Difficulty
Easy
Moderate
Difficult
This trail complex has a wide variety of difficulties from easy to difficult. The majority of the trails here are easy and moderate, but there are a few sections that fall under the difficult category. Trails range from flat and wide to rocky and steep.
Recommended Routes
Map Credit: SCRCOG
This is one of my favorite hikes on the shoreline. It's mostly easy to moderate difficulty. The loop takes you all the way around the Upper Guilford Lakes, which is a really nice scenic spot. There are a few scenic viewpoints that look out on the lake throughout it. It's also a nice mix of easier flat stuff, crossing some small streams, and even a decently steep rocky part.
Moderate
Recommended By
Trevor Cash
Pictures
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