Trails

Turnbull NWR is an excellent place to visit for those looking to take a leisurely walk, enjoying a hike on one of the several miles of trails, engage in some birding, and bike or drive the scenic auto tour route. Accessible Trails include Pine Lake Loop Trail, Kepple Peninsula Interpretive Trail and Blackhorse Lake Boardwalk

Restroom facilities can be found at the visitor contact station, across from the Pine Lake Loop trailhead, and along the auto tour route at the East and West Blackhorse trailheads. 

Respect wildlife and their habitats by observing and obeying all refuge rules and policies. Do not feed or harass wildlife. If an animal changes its behavior, you’re too close and need to back away. Learn more about Wildlife Watching Etiquette.

For a full list of trails, please stop by the visitor contact station or explore the interactive map. Please remember that all visitors are required to stay on designated trails and roads March 1 through August 15 to reduce disturbance to wildlife and habitats.

Blackhorse Lake Boardwalk

Trail Length (mi)
0.11
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
5 minutes
Trail Activities
Suitability
Kid friendly
Wheelchair friendly
View Trail

East Blackhorse Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.52
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
20 minutes
Route Type
Lollipop
View Trail

Headquarters Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.36
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
15 minutes
Route Type
Loop
Suitability
Kid friendly
View Trail

Kepple Lake Lookout Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.32
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
10 minutes
Route Type
Lollipop
Trail Activities
View Trail

Kepple Peninsula Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.50
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
30 minutes
Route Type
Lollipop
Suitability
Kid friendly
Wheelchair friendly
View Trail

Pine Lake Connector Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.25
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
5 minutes
Route Type
Point to point
View Trail

West Blackhorse Trail

Trail Length (mi)
0.38
Trail Difficulty
Difficulty Meter / introductory
Easy
Estimated Time
20 minutes
Route Type
Lollipop
Trail Activities
View Trail