Last updated: April 23, 2021
Thing to Do
McDougal Trail
NPS/Martinson
This trail is named after Captain Robert McDougal, who was in command of Fort Hawkins in 1809. McDougal died in 1809, and according to legend, was buried in a small Indian mound near the fort, but archaeologists did not find any human remains in the mound during the excavations in the 1930s. There were three smaller mounds between the McDougal Mound and the fort which were destroyed during expansion and construction of Macon. Along the trail you will see the park's original entrance from the 1930s.
Details
Duration
15-45 Minutes
The trail distance is 1/2 mile long one way.
Activity
Hiking
A dirt, 1/2-mile-long path winding through woods to reach the McDougal Mound.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are allowed on the park grounds on a leash no longer than six feet.
Pets are not permited in the Visitor Center unless they are a service animal.
Please pick up after you dog during your visit.
Pets are not permited 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
McDougal Trailhead
The trailhead is accessed off of the paved Heritage Trail. The McDougal trail branches off onto a dirt path for the remainder of the hike.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day
All visitors must be out of the park by 5pm.
Accessibility Information
The trail begins on pavement on the Heritage Trail portion before transitioning to dirt for the remainder of the trail. It is relatively flat until just before the McDougal Mound, where there is a small flight of stairs.