Best hikes in Paynetown State Recreation Area

Ambleway maps 2 hikes in Paynetown State Recreation Area, from a 2.4-mile walk to a 2.8-mile day out. All of them score as wild, staying clear of roads and development for most of the route; the wildest is Lake Monroe–Blue Bird Trail, 4 sights. The biggest climb is Blue Bird Trail–Tree Trek Trail Loop, 3 sights, gaining 267 ft, and the network tops out at 741 ft.

• Lake Monroe–Blue Bird Trail, 4 sights 2.8 mi · ▲ 265 ft
• Blue Bird Trail–Tree Trek Trail Loop, 3 sights 2.4 mi · ▲ 267 ft