Spring walk: 3.7 miles

Last Sunday we had a nice walk along a new route.  We are trying to walk between 3 and 4 miles a day, and are always on the lookout for new things to see!  We usually get to the river at some point, although it's also fun to walk in our very diverse city neighborhoods.  The beauty of walking outside, is that even a couple of days can make a big difference in what you see, especially in spring and fall.

Barton dam:  wide open

Learn more about Barton Dam here

Directions:

Lonely bench in Bird Park

Start in Skyline High School parking lot (be sure school is not in session).   

  

Take the walking path in back of the high school into the subdivision behind it.      (Oak Hills to English Oak --when English Oak turns, follow the footpath out to Newport.)  

Cross Newport into the next sub-- take Warrington to  Huron River Drive.  

Cross Huron River Drive and the railroad tracks and follow the path to the right (along Barton Pond).

After enjoying Barton dam, follow the river path (on the pond side of the dam) to the parking lot.

Take Bird Road to the entrance to Bird Park-- (there are maps posted so you can decide which paths you want to follow in the park.)

Exit the park at Up/Down or Down/Up Circle, and cross Newport Road onto Riverwood Drive.  Turn left on Timberwood Trail, and follow the path back to Skyline parking lot.  Enjoy your walk!