Blackbird State Forest Summit Loop
Trails Delaware Blackbird State Forest Summit Loop
Delaware · new castle County

Blackbird State Forest Summit Loop

Gentle loop through interior forest with steady easy mileage.

Rating
Length
2.6 mi
Difficulty
2
County
new castle

About This Trail

This 2.6-mile gentle interior loop winds through the heart of Blackbird State Forest, passing through mature stands of oak, gum, and yellow poplar on flat to gently rolling terrain. The quiet, well-blazed route connects to primitive campsites and picnic areas, offering a peaceful woodland walk in this 6,000-acre forest just 30 minutes from Wilmington.

Location

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Coordinates: 39.3389, -75.7214

Getting There

From Smyrna, DE, take Route 6 west to Route 471 south. Enter Blackbird State Forest and follow signs to the Summit Loop trailhead. Park at the main forest lot and follow trail markers from the information kiosk.

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