50 min
Overview
The southern section of the Luckiamute State Natural Area, about 300 acres, currently hosts a short trail to West Pond and then loop around an open meadow. The master plan calls for a more extensive trail system that leads to the banks of the Willamette. Extensive replanting of former agricultural land is underway on this site of the former Vanderpool farm and old gravel quarries. This section is most notable for its population of western pond turtles (Actinemys marmorata) , classified as a sensitive species in Oregon primarily because the young are a favorite meal of invasive bullfrogs; few of the turtles grow to maturity. There are a number of beautiful large oaks in this area as well, and a string of ponds and sloughs run along an old river channel. This hike can be done in conjunction with the longer Luckiamute Landing Loop Hike , in the larger northern section of the state park.
Trail Stats
3.2 km
14 m
55 m
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