Leg 1 - Burkett park > WS to LL Connector > Roller Coaster Trail > West Potts Creek > Turkey Creek > 5 Points Junction > River Bend Trail > service road (NW) > Cougar Overlook 5.2 miles
Leg 2 - Cougar Overlook > Flintstone Trail > Trailhead to Trailhead (S) > Burkett Trail > Burkett Park > 2.8 miles
Temp stayed at 50 and ended at 64. Cloudy and overcast for Leg 1 then clear, sunny and windy (SW 15-20mph) for Leg 2.
Easy hike along dry, easy to see and traverse trails. The trails seem to be noticeably rockier due to wind and rain eroding the loose soil from the trails. Consequently, caution is advised on some trails due to the possibility of twisting an ankle on the uneven rocky trail foundation. Not all trails are like this but more than enough are so watch your step. I was very surprised when I crossed Turkey Creek and saw flowing water! Granted it was not a steady rushing stream but even a trickle is better than nothing.
Very few birds were seen and the only wildlife I saw were three deer right when I came into the park.
NOTES -
Water, shade, info kiosk and dry toilets are available at Burkett Park. EQUESTRIANS - the horse trough is dry but water is available via a hose at the fountain.
Water, shade, and info kiosk available at 5 Points Junction. A horse trough is available as well.
Shade, info kiosk and a bicycle repair station are available at Cougar Overlook.
