This is a relatively undiscovered trail system attached to the Jarvis Christian College, a historically black college east of Hawkins. It was built with federal funds and therefore open to the public. Don't be intimidated by the Security gate at the entrance to the campus. Just say you are here to run or bike on the Nature Trail. Security will let you in. The trail is a great 2-mile figure-8 loop through heavy woods and partially over a boardwalk area. It also intersects with other trails and roads in the woods behind Jarvis that are used to access various oil wells and pipelines. A great running trail, maybe 5-feet wide in most places. The trail has periodic signs which point out the flora and fauna of the area. Built with federal funds and open to everyone!
In the rear of the campus at Jarvis Christian College, 2 miles east of Hawkins on Highway 80.
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