Crossing Creeks at Young Conservation Area

Walking along a clear stream, going up into Ozark hills and through a pine forest was part of my three-mile hike at Young Conservation Area. Hiking the Taconic Trail combines two loops and provides variety in what you see with ponds, stream crossings, and creek views. Young Conservation sign by the trailhead. Starting the Taconic Trail Hike I headed out of the parking area down the trail…