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About this event
This out and back trail starts at a parking area located at the junction of Smithfield and Livermore Road on the north side of the refuge. Park at the turnout and walk up the road a short distance to the banks of Morgan Lake. Look for Canada geese on the lake as well as mallards and cinnamon teal. As you continue, listen for red-winged blackbirds and marsh wrens singing in the cattails along the banks. The trail borders the edge of a farm field as you start your way up the backside of Baskett Butte. As you hike along the trail you will get a good view of the north part of the refuge. You will be able to see all of Morgan Lake and Moffitti Marsh. The trail will drop down and come to a junction. You can turn around and head back the way you came; turn left and take the Inter-tie trail that will connect you with the Baskett Butte trail; or turn right and connect with Moffitti Marsh Trail which will lead back to Smithfield Road.
Difficulty: Easy
Pace: Moderate
Hiking Distance: 4 miles RT
Elevation Gain: 200 feet
Driving Distance: 30 miles RT
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Registration Info
Registration is not available online - contact the event coordinator
The Trip Leader is the event coordinator. The Trip Leader has the final say over who may participate in the event.
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.