Nature Preserves
Explore the lands we've permanently protected. Most preserves are open to the public for hiking, birding, and quiet enjoyment.
Bay Shore Blufflands Nature Preserve
FeaturedAt 273 acres, this preserve offers sweeping views from atop the Niagara Escarpment with 2.5 miles of trails through varied terrain.
Kangaroo Lake Nature Preserve
FeaturedThis 281-acre preserve along Kangaroo Lake offers 1.5 miles of trails through diverse terrain from level lakeshore to rocky bluffs.
Oak Road Nature Preserve
FeaturedThis 155-acre preserve features 1.75 miles of trails and a viewing platform overlooking a 40-acre wetland complex.
Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve
FeaturedAt 445 acres, this preserve offers 2.5 miles of trails with scenic overviews of the historic Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal.
Three Springs Nature Preserve
FeaturedAt 555 acres, Three Springs is the Land Trust's largest preserve, featuring nearly 2 miles of trails through wetlands and forest.
Bear Creek Nature Preserve
This 75-acre preserve features Bear Creek flowing through peaceful forest with a 0.6-mile loop on level terrain.
Detroit Harbor Nature Preserve
This 148-acre preserve on Washington Island features rolling terrain and connects to the Town's Heritage Nature Trail.
Domer-Neff Nature Preserve and Bird Sanctuary
This 43-acre bird sanctuary provides critical habitat for grassland birds with a gentle 0.6-mile loop trail.
Ephraim Nature Preserve at Anderson Pond
This intimate 26-acre preserve features a 1-mile loop trail through wetland forest surrounding Anderson Pond.
Heins Creek Nature Preserve
This 74-acre preserve features a beautiful creek carved by glacial meltwater, surrounded by old-growth forest.
Lautenbach Woods Nature Preserve
This 160-acre preserve protects mature hardwood forest with 1.25 miles of trails winding through rocky terrain and bluff-top views.
Legacy Preserve at Clay Banks
This 91-acre preserve offers a 1-mile loop trail and direct access to Lake Michigan's western shore.
Little Lake Nature Preserve
This 42-acre preserve features 1.25 miles of trails around a quiet inland lake with fairly level terrain.
Richter Community Forest Nature Preserve
This 159-acre preserve on Washington Island features 1.5 miles of rolling trails connecting to the Town's Heritage Nature Trail.
White Cliff Nature Preserve
This 103-acre preserve offers 1.5 miles of looped trails through peaceful forest on level terrain.