Oak Trail

Oak Trail is a short, easy out-and-back hike in southern Indiana, about 2 miles from the town of Belknap. The route is just under a mile long, with a total elevation gain of about 23 feet, so it's a gentle walk that can be done in a few minutes. The trail rises from a low point of about 439 feet to a high of about 475 feet, and the steepest stretch comes early on, at about 7% grade. That makes it a simple, low-effort outing rather than a climb. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Evansville show October highs around 72°F with lows near 51°F, and April highs around 70°F. Summer runs hotter, with July and August highs near 89°F. Several other trails and outdoor spots sit close by. Beech Loop and Hickory Trail are each about 0.2 miles away, and the USI Mountain Bike Trails and Posey Crag are about 0.3 miles off.