Kingsbury Woods Conservation Area
Total distance: 1.1 miles
Difficulty level(s): easy to moderate
The forest at Kingbury Woods protect over 6,000 feet along the upper reaches of Lick Brook in Ithaca. Downstream from the preserve, Lick Brook carves a spectacular gorge on its way to the Cayuga Inlet below; here, however, the headwater streams course gently through old fields that are gradually reverting to hardwood forest. In the spring, hikers can enjoy a 1.1 mile loop trail that skirts a vernal pool teeming with the activity of wood frogs, salamanders, insects and birds. In the southern section of the woods stand several giant old oaks. Dwarfing the surrounding, much younger hardwoods, these "wolf trees"Â once upon a time spread their impressive branches in an open field with broad views of the surround countryside. In 2008, Sheela Kingsbury generously donated the 48 acre forest. With the addition of this property, the Land Trust now has secured over 300 acres in the Lick Brook area, helping to protect Cayuga Inlet water quality and stem the tide of development on this lovely hillside.
Trailhead GPS Coordinates
Latitude: 42.37467922
Longitude: -76.52057902
Parking Locations
- Parking Lot : Small lot on Jersey Hill Rd across the road from trailhead
Trail Attributes
- Good for Hiking
- Good for Running
- Unique Wildlife Viewing
More Info
Part of interconnected trail system: No
Trail Surface: Earth
Trail Markers: no
This trail contains a loop.
Use of firearms for deer hunting is not allowed. Bow hunting may be allowed. BE SAFE: See the specific trail owner/steward’s website for the most up to date details
This trail is open year round.
Visit the Trail Owners/Stewards
http://www.fllt.org/preserves/kingsbury-woods-conservation-area/