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This trail is moderately hilly. The Nature Center at the start of the trail features gardens and interpretative signs about the local geology, plants, and animals. You can bring some birdseed and chickadees will eat right out of your hand. You will enjoy wildflowers, bayberry, red maple trees, alders, and a variety of sedges and rushes. There are no pets, horses, or cross-country skiing allowed. For a shorter and less hilly route, you can access the Square from the same trailhead....

Tinker Park is great for all ages especially families with small children. The hiking trail is easy to navigate with hands-on boxes along the way. Each box contains different items that you can feel and look at, such as different types of animal fur, antlers, and more. It has bridges that go over a creek and a pond. As you enter the park near the old Tinker's farm homestead, you will notice the welcome center building. The building is filled with different types of animals such as a bear,...

The trail begins by passing by Devil's Bathtub which is a feature known as a Kettle created by glacial activity in the area. Kettles are the result of large ice blocks covered in gravel being left behind when glaciers retreat. The trail continues with views of Hundred Acre Pond before heading into the woods and looping back.

This loop starts from the Devil's Bathtub Trailhead and begins by following the Grasslands Trail. Walk through the open meadow area before taking a spur trail that leads over to the West Esker Trail. This trail heads towards Deep Pond and the Devil's Bathtub Trail. Devil's Bathtub will take you back to the trailhead which is close to the kettle feature for which the trail is named.

This is an easy trail over level terrain. Beavers have been active in this area for many years. As you cross the wooden footbridges over moving water, look around for evidence of felled trees, dams, lodges, and even a beaver meadow. There are also three observation points offering great views of the pond and waterfowl viewing, especially during migrations. You will see wildflowers, fern sedges, rushes, and an interesting variety of shrubs. Please note that no dogs are allowed on this trail.