Connect Edgmont Hike: Ridley Creek State Park

Hike with Connect Edgmont IN Edgmont!

Sunday April 24th at 9AM

About the Hike

Please join us on April 24th to explore Ridley Creek State Park’s lesser-known Bridle Trails. These trails are located in the north section of the park, roughly bounded by Gradyville Road and the new Ventry (Edgmont County Club) development.

We’ll meet near the Stables then hike north to cross under Gradyville Road and access the bridle trails. We’ll parallel Ridley Creek, see some of the major damage caused by the Halloween 2019 tornado and maybe even visit the 19th century Russell Cemetery, where rumor has it one avid fox hunter was buried standing up so he would still be able to hear the baying of the hounds from his resting place high atop the aptly named Hunting Hill.

This hike is approximately 3.6 miles long. The trail is in excellent condition but please be prepared for hills and the occasional rocky spot. Children and leashed dogs are welcome.

Time and Place:

Sunday, April 24, 2022 at 9:00AM
Ridley Creek State Park, Parking Area #8 (Google Map Link)
Area # 8 is accessed from an unnamed road off Sandy Flash Drive S. just past the horse stables, approx. 0.5 miles south of the intersection of Gradyville Road.