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Garth Nature Area

2799 N. Garth Ave.
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Park Facilities

52 acres
1.6 miles - gravel trails around wetlands (not including Bear Creek Trail)
Dog park, fenced, approximately 3 acres with pond
Access to Bear Creek Trail
Water fountain with pet bowl (not available during winter months)
Port-a-pot
Parking lot: 40 spaces (38 reg, 2 handicap)

Park Hours: 6 am - 11 pm daily

A gravel trail loops from Bear Creek Trail to the north encircling a wetland area. An abundance of birds and other wetlands wildlife make this an interesting walk. The north wetlands loop trail is .5 miles in length. The distance between points where the wetlands loop leaves and re-connects to the main trail is an additional .17 mile making the total loop .67 miles in length.

Winding gravel trails around the south wetlands provide an enjoyable experience for trail users and their dogs. This area was constructed in 2006/2007 and funded by a Recreational Trails Grant in the amount of $42,000 and $28,000 from the Park Sales Tax. Another $14,400 funded by the Park Sales Tax was used to construct the fenced leash-free area for dogs. This fenced 3 acre area encompasses a pond and has picnic tables on site.

Gravel Trails in Garth Nature Area Dog Park

Photo of trail loop around wetlands at Garth Nature Area


Capital Improvement Projects

Year Completed Project Description
2007 Garth Nature Area Improvements
2009 Parking Lot Expansion

 

 
 
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