Great Dune Yellow Trail

The Great Dune Blue and Red Trail Loop offers a delightful jogging experience through the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, where you'll weave between shaded pine forests and open meadows. This 3.3-mile (5.3 km) route, with its gentle 91 feet (28 metres) of elevation gain, is a moderate effort that takes around 38 minutes to complete, making it ideal for a quick, scenic workout.

This trail is easily accessible within the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, making it a convenient option for a refreshing jog. While specific parking information isn't detailed, the preserve is generally well-equipped for visitors. Consider an early morning or late afternoon visit to enjoy cooler temperatures and potentially less crowded paths.

What makes this loop stand out is its journey through the rare inland pitch pine scrub oak barrens, a nationally recognized ecosystem. The route incorporates sections of several official trails, including the Great Dune Yellow Trail, and offers a glimpse of the impressive one-mile long, 75-foot tall Great Dune itself. Keep an eye out for wild lupine wildflowers and the Karner Blue Butterfly if you visit in May or June.