First Glimpse of View 
Well-Formed Tree in Forest Glade 
Small Waterfalls 
A trail should have a definite purpose, such as leading to a scenic 
overlook, historical site, or wildlife sanctuary. It can be designed in 
a subtle manner, building suspense or anticipation by allowing oc- 
casional brief or incomplete views or hints of the final goal. It can 
lead the traveler from one interest point to another, but not neces- 
sarily to the point itself. The trail might allow a glimpse of a small 
pond or take the traveler to within earshot of a waterfall. The 
Better Glimpse of View 
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Panoramic View From Overlook 
visitor can then detour to “discover” the scene, as if no one had ever 
been there before. The trail also need not arrive at its destination by 
the easiest or most direct route. Upon reaching his goal, the trav- 
eler should have a feeling of accomplishment, of having communed 
with nature, of having “found” most of the interest points along the 
way, of having struggled to the top of the overlook where he can 
rest and enjoy his prize—the scenic view spread out before him. 
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