Marsh Trail

This cool, winding boardwalk meanders over and along the stream under a canopy of Fremont cottonwoods, red willows, and an occasional white alder. Marshes along the way support dwarf willow, goldenrods, cattail, yerba mansa, water parsnip, and water cress. A birder’s paradise, especially during the spring and fall migration of neotropical birds, the marsh area supports the second highest density of breeding birds known in the United States. Annual surveys document that 1400 pairs of breeding birds per square kilometer nest here. Extend your experience by relaxing at one of the three decks located along the way. This six-foot wide boardwalk with edge curbs is made of 60% recycled plastic milk containers and 40% sawdust. Environmentally appropriate, the building material lasts longer than wood and is nonpolluting. This trail is handicapped-accessible and provides a nature experience for everyone.

LENGTH	TIME	DIFFICULTY
0.65 miles	15 minutes	Easy
1046 meters		Full-Access
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