Trestle Trail

The trestle trail is an easy, one-mile-loop walk in a forested setting along both sides of the Zealand River. Trail begins and ends at 1644' elevation. Near the northern end of the trail is a huge granite boulder which was deposited by the Continental Glacier over 14,000 years ago. At the foot bridge, the trail follows the location of the Old Zealand Valley Logging Railroad. The footbridge has been built in the same location as the railroad trestle which was used for logging in the late 1800s. Thus the name “trestle trail”. Access: The trail is located 3 miles east of Twin Mountain of Rt 302 at the Zealand Recreation Area. Turn right on the Zealand road (Forest Rd. 16). Trailhead parking is on the right of the bridge, 0.6miles from Route 302. Cross to the west side of the Zealand River Bridge to the start of the trail.

Essential Info Length : 1mile loop Difficulty: easy Trailhead elevation: 1644' Be aware that car breakins can occur at trailheads. Lock your doors and always bring valuables with you or leave them at home.