This trail leads to the finest yew forest in western Europe. Within, is a grove of ancient yews which are among the oldest living things in Britain. Of the 58 species of butterfly that breed in England, 39 have been recorded at Kingley Vale including species such as the marbled white, brown argus and chalkhill blue.

A public footpath leads directly from the car park at West Stoke to the main entrance of the Reserve and takes about 15 minutes (1km) to walk. This gently sloping path is well-surfaced and meanders through a mix of arable farmland and woodland.