We started on the southwest trailhead. It was no problem for our truck, but driving to this location in a car might be a little rough, especially if traveling during the rain season as the road was washed out. The beautiful winding pathway was easy to hike although occasionally slick in a few muddy sections in the lower areas of the trail. Expect great views including a few waterfalls along the wooded hillside during fall and winter and maybe a few small deer or a big buck if you’re lucky. The kids really enjoyed the creek side and could’ve stayed there for hours searching for salamanders and crawfish and for the perfect rock to skip across the crystal clear water. It was very quiet during our visit and I highly recommend this nearly 3 mile round trip hike through the Shawnee National Forest!