Cornfield Mound Trail

Cornfield Mound Trail

NPS/Martinson

This trail is a grass and dirt trail that goes past the Corn Field Mound and prehistoric trenches, and ends at the Heritage Trail. The Corn Field Mound is believed to have originally been a ceremonial cornfield. Later the mound was built over the field. The purpose of the prehistoric trenches is unknown. It could have been used for a fortification or for borrow pits for mound building.

Details

Duration

5-10 Minutes

The trail distance is 1/4 mile one-way.

Activity

Hiking

This trail is a grass trail that goes past the Corn Field Mound and prehistoric trenches, and ends at the Heritage Trail. The Corn Field Mound is believed to have originally been a ceremonial cornfield. Later the mound was built over the field. The purpose of the prehistoric trenches is unknown. It could have been used for a fortification or for borrow pits for mound building.

Pets Allowed

Yes

Pets are allowed on the park grounds on a leash no longer than six feet.
Pets are not permitted in the Visitor Center unless they are a service animal.
Please pick up after you dog during your visit.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Cornfield Mound Trailhead

The trailhead is adjacent to the back of the Earth Lodge.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

All visitors must be out of the park by 5pm.

Accessibility Information

The trail is part dirt and part grassy. It is level with no grade.