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Ankeny Wildlife National Wildlife Refuge Trails
About this event
We will hike the 3 mile Eagle Marsh loop trail that begins at the Eagle Marsh viewing area on Buena Vista Road. This trail is flat and we will be walking on a mowed grass trail around two large ponds where we will see turtles and ducks. In the trees we might see a variety of songbirds and likely a bald eagle. Afterwards we will hike the two boardwalk trails which will add another 1.5 miles. Wear hiking boots, bring water, binoculars and a lunch or snack. Hiking poles are optional. We will eat lunch at the Ankeny Hill Nature Center where there are restrooms available. Call the leader to register: 503-428-3016
Difficulty: Medium
Pace: Moderate
Hiking Distance: 4 1/2 miles
Elevation Gain: 9 feet
Driving Distance: 28 miles RT
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Registration Info
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Hiking Trip Ratings:
EASY: Maximum of 5 miles round trip, elevation gain less than 1000 feet
MEDIUM: 6-10 miles round trip, elevation gain 1000-2000 feet
HARD: Long, difficult, and strenuous
To reimburse drivers for vehicle operation costs, the suggested donation by passengers is $0.10 per mile per person to the driver.
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