Last updated: October 24, 2020
Thing to Do
Take a hike on the Jack-O-Lantern Branch Trail

NPS
Take a hike on the Jack-O-Lantern Branch trail and see the forest where Booker T. Washington travelled as a child! You can also get exercise by hiking the entire 1.5 mile trail. The trail starts at the tobacco barn and takes you through a winding path in a decidous forest. It passes by three creeks until you return to the tobacco barn.
Details
Duration
45-90 Minutes
The length of the trail is 1.5 miles.
Activity
Hiking
Take a hike into the wilderness to engage with nature in the outdoors. You may see deer and turkeys at various times of the year.
Age(s)
All ages
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are allowed but must be on a leash and visitors should pick up their waste. Bags and wasted disposal stations are placed throughout the park.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Jack-O-Lantern Branch Trail
This trail starts at the Tobacco Barn in the historic area of Booker T. Washington National Monument.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Accessibility Information
This trail is a moderate trail with some grass and some gravel. Ultra-terrain strollers can be used on this trail.