The benefits of “going outside” to play extend beyond the days of your youth. From clean air to exercise, a walk in the wilder parts of the world will–truly, this is no exaggeration–make you feel better! Our nature trail is open for managed public use and we welcome you to reach out to arrange for a visit. Because the ranch also accommodates other recreational activities, we schedule visits with everyone’s safety in mind.
We do have guidelines for use that everyone must follow:
- Park at the visitor’s center and stay on the nature trail
- Keep the size of your group smallish–4 or fewer
- Keep dogs leashed or under voice control
- Do not harass wildlife, and try to keep your presence quiet–for the benefit of other people accessing this special space, as well as the wildlife
There is a map below. Note that the trail now begins just to the west of the Visitor Center and takes you between the newly-created irrigation ditch on the west and Clear Creek on the east. In about 1/2 mile, you’ll cross Clear Creek on our bridge, then continue north through a grove of cottonwood trees before coming back south toward the visitor center.
Announcing a Scavenger Hunt For Earth Day 2021!!
What can you see? Well, if you print this document off, you can participate in a scavenger hunt. See how many things you can find. If you find everything on the list, stop by the ranch office and we’ll give you a free Ruby Habitat Foundation hat!