Have you been looking for a bit more natural scenery in your life, but don’t have a lot of time to fit in an adventure? Take this short lake hike in Kentucky with all of the scenery someone could want. It’s like a longer trail packed into a smaller package. Grab that planner and mark down this hidden gem hike in Kentucky!

Welcome to a stunning little spot out in Anchorage, Kentucky, just east of Louisville. On the Anchorage Trail, you'll find a pocket of nature to explore, usually hidden by the surrounding city. It's a real diamond in the rough!
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And what a stunning pocket of nature it is! Clocking in at just two miles, this hike usually takes under an hour to complete, depending on how long you enjoy the scenery. When it's this beautiful around you, anyone can see why you would want to stop to take it all in.
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Lakeside views stacked on top of the already beautiful path makes this trail even more of a gem. Willow Lake isn't large, but what it lacks in size it makes up for with beauty. Who doesn't love a waterside scene surrounded by trees?
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If you prefer to hike in the morning, prepare to meet the local deer and other wildlife that call this little park home. Of course, you should make sure to give any wildlife space and let them enjoy their breakfast in peace. Make sure to take a photo if you can catch them, though!
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Hiking here is recommended from February through November, as long as weather permits. In the fall, seasonally colorful trees make the view that much more beautiful. Fall trees around the lake paint a pretty picture for hikers, don't you think?
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It's always important to make sure you don't leave anything behind during your visit. Dogs are also allowed on this trail, so keep that in mind when cleaning up on your way through. Doing your part to maintain the trails' clean and natural state will make them last longer for future generations of visitors. Happy hiking!
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If you love short and/or easy hikes in Kentucky and can’t get enough of small adventures, you’ll also want to grab this list of 12 easy hikes in Kentucky to fill out your travel plans.

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Anchorage Trail, 1500 Evergreen Rd, Louisville, KY 40223, USA