Indian Turnip or Jack in the Pulpit are found in damp areas along this trail. These examples are nicely streaked. Many do not have the dark streaking seen here.
Meigs Creek Trail begins at the Sinks parking area. The first hundred yards or so of the trail sees heavy use as a result. Walk uphill for a way and the traffic thins to a trickle. If you walk the full 3.5 miles you'll be treated to a variety of plants, flowers, large trees, dead trees (Hemlocks) and 20 creek crossings. A round trip boasts 40 crossings. A couple presented some interesting challenges.
Today, Dog Hobble was flowering. Nearby areas were fragrantly scented. I walked through many such areas. Vasay's and Wake Robin Trillium were in bloom and the waning moments of Catesby Trillium blooms could be seen too.
A stretch of trail about a mile in boasted some Pink Ladyslippers. I ate lunch with these ladies.
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