Hedgehog Mountain Forest

About the Property

A new parking area for the Hedgehog Ridge Trail is located about ½ mile down Hedgehog Mountain Road from the junction with Old County Road.  To reach the trailhead from the parking area, continue on foot down Hedgehog Mountain Road for about 600’ and you will see the trailhead sign on your left.

Please see our Visitor Use Guidelines page for a complete list of rules and regulations for Forest Society reservations. 

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1 086 acres
Hedgehog Ridge Trail Map.pdf

Directions

Recreational Opportunities

  • Birdwatching
  • Dog-walking
  • Great Views
  • Hiking Trails
  • Hunting

Amenities

  • Kiosk
  • Parking area

Restrictions

  • No Motorized wheeled vehicles (ATVs, trucks, dirt bikes)
  • No Camping
  • No Fires
  • Carry in, Carry out all trash
  • Do not disturb plants, animals, or cultural features

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