Connect Edgmont Hike: Ridley Creek State Park

Explore the park’s lesser-known bridle trails.

Thursday, December 28, 9:30AM

The Hike

Join Connect Edgmont on Thursday, December 28 to explore Ridley Creek State Park’s lesser-known Bridle Trails. These trails are located in the area of the park that’s roughly bounded by Gradyville Road and the Ventry neighborhood.

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 damage caused by the Halloween 2019 tornado, and 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 good condition but please be prepared for hills and the occasional rocky spot. Children and leashed dogs are welcome.

All participants must sign an Activity Waiver. Printed copies will be available at the start of the hike. Thank you!

Time and Place:

Thursday, December 28, 2023 at 9:30 AM
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.