HIKING TRAILS
MANITOGA'S PATHS AND HIKING TRAILS
Hike over 4 miles of paths through a 75-acre designed landscape with links to the Appalachian Trail.
All paths begin at a subtle opening at the edge of Mary's Meadow, named after Wright's wife, who was also a designer. Wright designed his paths as a journey into the secrets of the forest. The trees provide an enclosed blanket of green and we are led by his unseen hand through its mysteries to make our own discoveries. The initial ascent and carefully laid stone steps are the first illustration of the work involved in creating this designed landscape. In building a path, Wright would study the landscape and find the land's natural contour to determine the direction of the paths.
In keeping with Wright's original plan, all of the paths were designed to go in one direction as indicated by the map and the path markers. In addition to the description below, your journey wiII be facilitated by following the color-coded markers for each path.
SELF GUIDED HIKES
Daily, during daylight hours.
Admission; members free. Admission: Suggested contribution of $5.00 per person. Please place money in slot located at the maps/brochure kiosk by the Visitor's Guide Building.
Enjoy a picnic while hiking; carry in-carry out. Pets welcome if kept on a leash; please pick up and keep the paths clean.
