Cross slope is the grade that is perpendicular to the direction of the trail. Cross slope information is most useful to wheelchair users. Wheelchairs are very difficult to drive or maneuver on steep cross slopes. A cross slope of less than 3% provides maximum accessibility.
Surface:Gravel/grass
Special Features
Wildlife observation
Bicycling and cross-country skiing
Shorebird observation area at south end
KANYOO NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:1.66 Miles
Grade:Gentle
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:1.4
Cross slope is the grade that is perpendicular to the direction of the trail. Cross slope information is most useful to wheelchair users. Wheelchairs are very difficult to drive or maneuver on steep cross slopes. A cross slope of less than 3% provides maximum accessibility.
Surface:Gravel/Packed Soil
Special Features
Young mixed woods and vernal pools
Observation platform
Boardwalk for views of a marsh
Interpretive trail guide available
ONONDAGA TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:1.2 Miles
Grade:Gentle
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:1.4
Cross slope is the grade that is perpendicular to the direction of the trail. Cross slope information is most useful to wheelchair users. Wheelchairs are very difficult to drive or maneuver on steep cross slopes. A cross slope of less than 3% provides maximum accessibility.
Surface:Wood chips/soil
Special Features
Marsh
Mature woods
Old evergreen plantations
Small pond
Geese and turtles
SWALLOW HOLLOW NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:1.3 Miles
Grade:Gentle
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:1.4
Cross slope is the grade that is perpendicular to the direction of the trail. Cross slope information is most useful to wheelchair users. Wheelchairs are very difficult to drive or maneuver on steep cross slopes. A cross slope of less than 3% provides maximum accessibility.
Surface:Boardwalk/gravel
Special Features
Marsh, forested wetland and old evergreen plantations
