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Summary: This trail, named after Chief Blue Jacket of the Shawnee Indians has a lovely blend of wood and meadow. In the summer, the goldenrod and thistle in the meadows draw monarch butterflies, and the slippery elm, sugar maple, and other trees provide great colors in the fall. There are signs throughout the trail describing wildlife as well as benches to rest on in the scenic areas. Shawnee Overlook is about half-way through the trail, and the benches invite hikers to sit and appreciate the view of the Great Miami River and the hills of southwestern Indiana (the barely-visible highway is only a minor intrusion). About half of the trail is gravel so walking is easy, but the loud crunching of my feet on the path scared away any potential wildlife spottings. This is a heavily-traveled trail, perfect for families with younger children. This short trail is perfect for locals or vacationers looking for a liesurely stroll through the woods. Trailhead: The trailihead is located off of a parking lot where there is a picnic area. The trail is clearly marked and there is a brief history of the area nearby. (Lat:39 Lon:-84) Trail Guides for Blue Jacket Loop Trail: 2003 Visitors Guide by Hamilton County Park District () Best Seasons: Fall, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Shawnee Lookout, Hamilton County Parks 513-941-0120 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Brandy Shirely Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Darryl on 7/29/2008 Fairly short lollipop trail. Does give a nice view of the river valley below. There are two other trails close by (again lollipop type) that one can add in to get about a 4.5 mile hike in. I wouldn't make this location a priority place to go hiking as there are several other more scenic and challenging trails in the area, but if you are close by it's worth checking out...once. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Ohio Hiking, Ohio Trails, Ohio Hikes, Hamilton County Hiking, Hamilton County Trails, Hamilton County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||