The Golden Eagle maintains over two miles of primitive trails on 80 acres of landscaped gardens and forested woodlands, and is continguous to the Village Forest.

One hundred years ago most of the hillside was cultivated farmland with a creamery located below Palisades Cliff. If you look carefully on your hike, you can discover remnants of stone walls which marked the field borders.

Take a step back in time into the deep woods and see the moss and ferns regenerating the forest. Happen upon a deer gazing on the dew filled early morning grass. Other wildlife occasionally spotted over the years include black bear, wild turkeys, red foxes, fishers, bobcats and even moose!

Winter provides a great opportunity for snowshoeing (rentals and guided hikes are available for our guests). Learning to observe wildlife through their tracks is a source of great fun and education.

Nature Trails

1. Sleigh Way
2. Alpine Logging Loop
3. Hillman's Highway
4. Scooter
5. Sans Souci Track
6. Grassy Lane
7. Palisades Path
8. Holmes Hike
9. Ravine Rumble
10. Ferngully
11. Deer Yard Xing
12. Village Byway
13. Carol's Cutoff