Coal Vein Trail Post 8: Hills Overlook

Hills Overlook

NPS Photo/L. Eddy

Quick Facts

Location:

Coal Vein Trail

Significance:

Trail post 8 on the Coal Vein Guided Nature Trail

Amenities

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Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

The trail goes to the right. To your left is an overlook. Be careful; the edge drops off sharply. From the overlook, you can see how the terrain affects plant life. The slopes you see face north. They receive very little direct sunlight which helps retain moisture, allowing juniper to thrive. South-facing slopes receive a lot of direct sunlight. They are very dry and support only hardy grasses and a few drought-tolerant shrubs.