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
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Kesterson Unit Trail
Trail Length (mi)
25.08
Trail Difficulty
Moderate
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Sousa Marsh Trail
Trail Length (mi)
1.44
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Winton Marsh Trail
Trail Length (mi)
0.62
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Raccoon Marsh Trail
Trail Length (mi)
1.27
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Woody Pond Trail
Trail Length (mi)
1.97
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Upland Trail
Trail Length (mi)
0.25
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
System
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly
Wetland Nature Trail
Trail Length (mi)
0.75
Trail Difficulty
Easy
Route Type
Loop
Trail Activities
Birding
Photography
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Suitability
Dog friendly
Kid friendly