Shadow Trails Nature Area

Year Established

1980, 1986, 2004

Size

33.5 acres

Bio

This nature area combines the Walloon South Bay Association Preserve, Noel Preserve, and Hargreaves- Matthews Preserve. Together, they help ensure the protection of critical wetlands which filter and clean the water that flows into Walloon Lake.

Location

Shadow Trails Road, Melrose Township, Charlevoix County

Features

  • Fineout Creek runs through the area
  • Environmentally sensitive wetlands
  • Critical habitat to bald eagles, great blue heron, deer, mink, and more
  • Paddle the creek

Activities

  • Kayak & Canoeing

Directions / Parking