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Observation Blind Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
The Observation Blind Trail is a short trail to an observation blind for wildlife watchers and photographers.
0.2
mi
Distance
4
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingViewsWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.23mi
Distance
4ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
4,517ft
High Point
4,507ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Observation Blind Trail crosses a conveyance channel to access the marshes north of the North Loop. The trail a very short and easy doubletrack, but the observation blind is well worth the visit during peak birding season (typically fall). The trail continues past the blind to clearings overlooking a second seasonal marsh.

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Contributors
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