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:Admin Road
Special Features
Bird watching
Interpreted stops and benches
COTTONWOOD NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:0.89 Miles
Grade:Moderate
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:4.3
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:Mowed
Special Features
Many birds can be sighted
Hawks, owls and songbirds use cottonwood trees as perches
Northern flickers and woodpeckers use them as homes and dining areas
OVERLOOK NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:0.05 Miles
Grade:Steep
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:10.6
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:Mowed
Special Features
Spectacular panoramic view of Souris River valley
Bring your binoculars and sit on a bench
Watch many types of water birds in the marsh below
OXBOW NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:1.06 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:0.9
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:Mowed/hard packed
Special Features
Interpreted and accessible
Prime river bottom habitat of the Souris River
Woodlands, grassland edges and a river oxbow
Benches and interpretive signs
PELICAN NATURE TRAIL
Trail Information
Length:0.25 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:3.5
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:Mowed
Special Features
American white pelicans and Canada geese
Blue-winged teal, mallards, deer, muskrat and mink
Wading birds such as great blue herons feed on minnows and frogs in shallow water
Photo blind available at the end of the trail
PRAIRIE-MARSH SCENIC DRIVE
Trail Information
Length:3.3 Miles
Grade:Steep
GENTLE SLOPE: average slope 0% to 5%
MODERATE SLOPE: average slope 5% to 8%
STEEP SLOPE: slope of 8% or more
Cross Slope:0.6
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:Asphalt
Special Features
Self-guided scenic drive
Open to vehicles whenever the gate is open
Follow the signs which describe points of interest
Get out of your car and walk the coulees, roads and prairie-covered hills nearby
