Hannah Banana

Had to take advantage of the amazing weather to check this place out. Parked in the parking lot by the lake and explored around the area. I didn't realize it at the time but the area I was in was a dog training area, which is adorable. Doggos welcome there! I enjoyed how wide the trails were and how secluded it could feel at times. I saw a lot of beautiful wildflowers and there were plenty of opportunities for birding. Plenty of parking, rest benches, and picnic tables.

Had the whole place to myself today! It was wet and chilly, but I did see ducks out swimming. I forgot my binoculars, so make sure to bring yours. The interstate makes it loud of course, but the juxtaposition of the flow of cars next to this working wetland is interesting, and the habitat is used so I'm glad someone did this.

Could use some TLC with garbage pickup and such, I'm sure it's hard being by the interstate, and it's also winter so there's no hiding anything with foliage. I liked the seating and how some of the paths led down into the wetlands more. Very cute park though! This park won't be a quiet nature hike necessarily, but it offers its own unique experience, and the birds like it!

I did my first hike of the year this year here, and it was beautiful. Quiet and relaxing, the woods are very beautiful. There's a small cemetery along one of the trails, various places to sit down to rest, and restrooms that had a sign saying they were open during park hours.

Trails were well maintained, a mixture of gravel and dirt. Bridges were great! A beautiful creek to marvel at, lots of signage up about not creek stomping at this particular location, restoration in progress ❤️

Saw a lot of mushrooms and birds. Lots of people with their doggos for walks, ample parking in the lot.