Our Trails

Although our trails are short and mostly shaded, they take you through a variety of habitats. Some trails have foot bridges to help you traverse wet areas and, of course, our boardwalk takes you over the marsh to the edge of Trout Lake and our Education Dock. 

If you walk quietly on our wide, mulched trails, you may see turtles, raccoons, or sometimes bobcats. Also, look along the trails for our hidden statues (six in all) of raccoons and foxes. These statues are regularly moved and you will need to explore all of our trails to find all six. During different parts of the year, we offer activities along our trails including scavenger hunts or even fairy houses to find.

Trail maps are found in each building and on kiosks located near the main parking lot and Grandfather Oak.

Visitor Rules

1. Have respect for:
   • wildlife and vegetation
   • other visitors
   • facilities and exhibits 
   • programs in progress
2. Fishing is not permitted.
3. No bicycles on the trails.
4. Pets must stay outdoors.
5. Place trash in the dumpster near the entrance or garbage cans in either building.
6. Place clean recycling in the correct bin in the Education Building.
7. TLNC property is tobacco-free.
8. Clothing is not optional, no nudity.

Take only pictures or memories, leave only footprints. Enjoy your stay. We're glad you came and hope you come again!