New hiking attraction in the Yates Lake area offers scenic views After more than two years of planning, plotting and physical labor, board members of the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association last month officially opened a new 4.7-mile trail at Yates Lake near Eclectic. The trail opening ceremony honored Montgomery attorney and dedicated conservation advocate, […]
New hiking attraction in the Yates Lake area offers scenic views After more than two years of planning, plotting and physical labor, board members of the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association last month officially opened a new 4.7-mile trail at Yates Lake near Eclectic. The trail opening ceremony honored Montgomery attorney and dedicated conservation advocate, […]
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A hiker pauses to admire the picturesque trail along a meandering creek. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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Native azaleas are now in bloom along the path. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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Moss blankets sections of the forest floor. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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The John B. Scott Trail is a scenic 4.7-mile trail at Yates Lake. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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Creeks carry runoff through the wildlife management area to the river. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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The climbing area is identified with signage and wooden steps. Photo by Kenneth Boone
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Fern glens unroll their feathery fronds. Photo by Kenneth Boone
New hiking attraction in the Yates Lake area offers scenic views
After more than two years of planning, plotting and physical labor, board members of the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association last month officially opened a new 4.7-mile trail at Yates Lake near Eclectic. The trail opening ceremony honored Montgomery attorney and dedicated conservation advocate, John B. Scott.