Within the Capitol State Forest is an easy, beautiful trail known as McLane Creek Nature Trail. The well-appointed trail is a boardwalk that provides visitors with a chance to quietly commune with the fauna of the area.

This trail will be of particular interest to bird enthusiasts and those who enjoy underwater, freshwater nature watching. In a little over a mile loop, visitors can walk next to a beaver pond, admire ferns and moss-draped trees, and cross over a creek filled with salmon. Several improvements have been made to the trail, making it an excellent option for guests looking for an outdoor adventure with small children who are either walking or in strollers.

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