Loop Brook Trail Scenic Rock, Loop Brook Trail

When nature and art collide, you get a rock with an identity crisis.

Loop Brook Trail. Where the rocks are as philosophical as the hikers. I stumbled upon this rock with a symbol that looks like it’s trying to tell me the meaning of life. Or maybe it’s just a fancy doodle from Mother Nature. Who knows? The trail itself is a rugged masterpiece, surrounded by coniferous trees that seem to whisper ancient secrets. And let’s not forget the lichen-covered rocks, because nothing says 'untouched wilderness' like a bit of fungal art. As I meandered through this natural gallery, I couldn’t help but ponder the big questions: Why are we here? What does this symbol mean? And why didn’t I pack more snacks? Ah, the mysteries of life and hiking.