Trails

The refuge features 8 nature trails encompassing over 10 miles. Nature trails are open to foot traffic only. Please stay on trails, except at special areas where leaving the trail is allowed and indicated by signage.  Dogs are allowed on nature trails, but must be on a leash and under control at all times. Please read our HIKING page for descriptions of each trail.

Chester Marsh Trail

Trail Length (mi)
1.56
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Kesterson Unit Trail

Trail Length (mi)
25.08
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / intermediate
Moderate
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
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Salt Slough Fishing Platform Path

Trail Length (mi)
0.00
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Sousa Marsh Trail

Trail Length (mi)
1.44
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Winton Marsh Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.62
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Raccoon Marsh Trail

Trail Length (mi)
1.27
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Woody Pond Trail

Trail Length (mi)
1.97
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Upland Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.25
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Wetland Nature Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.75
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
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Visitor Center Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.22
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