Jones Springs Area Trail
Jones Springs is a 2,000 acre area managed for non-motorized use and offers several loops of hiking and groomed cross-country ski trails (for classic style skiing). You are bound to see wildlife on this trail.
The area features three lakes. Fanny Lake has five walk-in campsites on the shore. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and box latrine. These sites are located about a mile from the trail.
On an overlook between Upper and Lower Jones Lakes, you'll find an Adirondack-style shelter for a quick rest while skiing or a place to picnic when hiking.
The trail traverses a variety of landscapes and forest types which also means a variety of wildlife. Look for the wood duck boxes which have been placed here to increase the wood duck population.
Jones Springs Area is also managed as a wildlife area for hunting.
Specific Trail Information
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Trail Type
Getting There
Directions
From Townsend
- take County Highway T southwest for 5 miles to Fanny Lake Road (FR 2938).
- Turn right and follow Fanny Lake Road west to parking area.
- Space is available for approximately 6 vehicles.
Recreation Opportunities
Day Hikes Info
The area features roughly 11 miles of trails for hiking and skiing during the winter months.
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing Info
There are 11 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails at Jones Spring. These trails are groomed for classic skiing with weekly updates posted to the cross-country ski trail report.