

Purgatory Creek Natural Area offers wooded trails, open meadows, creek pools and bluff overlooks—good for intimate nature, trail compositions and occasional deer or bird shots. Most trails are shaded and vary from easy to moderate; parking and a trailhead with a water fountain and primitive restroom are on Hunter Rd. Best light: golden hour at overlooks and meadows; late spring brings wildflowers. No entry fee; expect some roadside noise and dog walkers. Bring water, bug spray and sturdy shoes—a


Purgatory Creek Natural Area offers wooded trails, open meadows, creek pools and bluff overlooks—good for intimate nature, trail compositions and occasional deer or bird shots. Most trails are shaded and vary from easy to moderate; parking and a trailhead with a water fountain and primitive restroom are on Hunter Rd. Best light: golden hour at overlooks and meadows; late spring brings wildflowers. No entry fee; expect some roadside noise and dog walkers. Bring water, bug spray and sturdy shoes—a