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A landscape shot at the trail's midway point.

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Wetlands Trail

4.0 (1 Rating)
A short gravel trail with tranquil views of the Sandy Bottom Wetland Preservation Area.
1
mi
Distance
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.98mi
Distance
0ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
5%
Max Grade
26ft
High Point
22ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
A short gravel trail with tranquil views of the Sandy Bottom Wetland Preservation Area. Hikers can enter the trail from two different points on the much larger Trillium Trail or by a crossing a small wooden bridge from the Fallen Oak Trail. It is also connected to the western portion of the Trillium Trail via the Whispering Pines Trail. Unlike the other paths in the park, the Wetlands Trail lacks trees and can be quite hot and bright in the summer months. It's a good trail for those who want to escape the forested areas of the park and/or those who have an interest in the region's wildflowers.

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Contributors
Michael Salvas