

Small trailhead and parking serving the Thermal Belt Rail-Trail in Gilkey. Photographers can capture a smooth crushed-stone rail corridor framed by mixed hardwoods, seasonal wildflowers, small creek crossings and a few old bridge structures. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-light and long shadows; fall brings vivid foliage. Trail is flat, wheelchair-friendly in parts, free parking at the lot off Gilkey Road. Weekdays and early mornings reduce walkers and dog traffic. No permits for


Small trailhead and parking serving the Thermal Belt Rail-Trail in Gilkey. Photographers can capture a smooth crushed-stone rail corridor framed by mixed hardwoods, seasonal wildflowers, small creek crossings and a few old bridge structures. Best at golden hour or blue hour for warm side-light and long shadows; fall brings vivid foliage. Trail is flat, wheelchair-friendly in parts, free parking at the lot off Gilkey Road. Weekdays and early mornings reduce walkers and dog traffic. No permits for