Pelly

Hike the Historic Turnpike south, upstream along Shawnee Run Creek, after crossing Kissing Bridge. Pass through the culvert under US 68 to access restored native prairie and modern agricultural fields along mostly turf trails with a small wooded section.

This 8.8 km route sits in the sweet spot for a half-day outing — long enough to feel rewarding, short enough to leave the afternoon free. Expect around 1 hour and 58 minutes.

Laid out as a circular walk, this trail finishes exactly where it begins — no need to arrange transport back or retrace your steps.

As a Local Walking Network (LWN) route, this trail has a strong community character. It serves both regular local walkers and visitors discovering the area for the first time.