

Wooded trails, marshy lake edges and boardwalks at Mallard Lake offer moody reflections, migrating and resident waterfowl, and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and spring migration for birds; fall for foliage. Easy, mostly flat trails with free parking at the trailhead; expect ticks/mosquitoes in summer. No entry fee; weekday mornings are quieter.


Wooded trails, marshy lake edges and boardwalks at Mallard Lake offer moody reflections, migrating and resident waterfowl, and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and spring migration for birds; fall for foliage. Easy, mostly flat trails with free parking at the trailhead; expect ticks/mosquitoes in summer. No entry fee; weekday mornings are quieter.