Marc Dupuy, Jr. Wildlife Trail

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Photo by Andrew Hammond.

Photo by Andrew Hammond.

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The Marc Dupuy, Jr. Wildlife Trail is a newly constructed, 0.5-mile, asphalt trail that traverses forested wetlands and connects to a boardwalk that guides visitors to an elevated observation tower. There are several interpretive panes along the trail that highlight a few of the plant and animal species found on the refuge. Several concrete benches are located along the trail to provide rest areas. The observation tower overlooks wetland management units that the refuge managers for wintering waterfowl.

Many species of waterfowl, wading birds, and mammals may be viewed form this ideal vantage point. There are two interpretive panels at the observation tower that show common wildlife species that are likely to be viewed at various times throughout the year. A wheelchair-accessible telescope is also located at the observation tower which allows visitors to observe wildlife up close and in their natural surroundings. The trail is one-mile round-trip and is wheelchair accessible. There is also an unpaved loop trail that extends off of the paved trail for those visitors seeking a more off-the-beaten-path experience.

Allowed Uses:

Other Activities

• Wildlife viewing / observation

• Certified as an NRT
  May 31, 2007