Nass, Mauger, Raunecker, & Leslie Nature Preserve Complex
LAND DESCRIPTION: A mixed conifer-deciduous forest and cedar swamp with springs and a small pond. Located between Second and Fourth streets, these complex preserves are found just a few blocks west of downtown Harbor Springs.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A flat, easy trail includes a boardwalk over wet areas and connects local roads for neighborhood pathways.
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Thorne Swift Nature Preserve
TRAIL + FACILITIES DESCRIPTION: A large parking lot lies adjacent to the Elizabeth Kennedy Nature Center. A total of 1½ miles of trail, dune observation platform, pond observation platform, pavilion, amphitheater, and seasonal guided programs all make this an excellent family destination.
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Hoogland Family Nature Preserve
LAND DESCRIPTION: This preserve is flat on the west side but rises to rolling ridges to the east. The forest is dominated by large red oak and includes the classic maple and beech northern upland forest that typifies northwestern Emmet County. In late spring, the woods are dotted with trillium, trout lily, spring beauty, and classic spring ephemerals.
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Elmer Johnston Nature Preserve
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Park off of Church Road to access old logging trails, which offer nearly two miles of hiking. This preserve is located within a half-mile of the Goodhart Farms Preserve off of Robinson Road.
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Woollam Family Nature Preserve
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A short (approx 0.5 miles) trail takes you through the hilly woods to the beach.
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Seberon "Boo" Litzenburger Nature Preserve
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Nearly 1-mile trail system out and back. Moderate walking with one steeper hill.
Elmer Johnston Nature Preserve
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Park off of Church Road to access old logging trails, which offer nearly two miles of hiking. This preserve is located within a half-mile of the Goodhart Farms Preserve off of Robinson Road.
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Woollam Family Nature Preserve
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A short (approx 0.5 miles) trail takes you through the hilly woods to the beach.
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Watson & Joseph J. Schott Nature Preserve
Explore this preserve that spans 110 acres in Harbor Springs. This diverse forests features towering red oaks, vibrant maples, and scattered white pines along a mile-long trail loop.