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The longest trail at Missisquoi NWR, this route follows along the river, providing a great spot to see birds.


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101' 31 m

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99' 30 m

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Features Birding · Fall Colors · River/Creek · Wildlife

Closed April to July for nesting birds.

Description

The Jeep Trail begins at Mac’s Bend, about a mile past the gate. Note that the gate is normally locked except during duck hunting season in the fall. Also, be aware that the Jeep Trail itself is closed from the beginning of April to the end of July to protect nesting Ospreys from disturbance. However, you can access the gravel road from the gate to Mac’s Bend any time. Ospreys and Black Terns are often seen along this section of the river, and in recent years Bald Eagles have become more frequent.

The Jeep Trail begins at the far end of the Mac’s Bend parking lot, about a mile down the gravel road from the gate. The trail follows a narrow strip of floodplain forest along the west bank of the Missisquoi River. The first mile or so of trail is mowed several times a year, but beyond that point, the trail can be very wet and indistinct.

In a very dry year or in winter, it should be possible to run all the way out to Missisquoi Bay. In late summer, Ospreys, ducks, and shore birds, such as Yellowlegs, are typical. In February, the refuge usually offers one or more Owl Prowls, where Great Horned Owls can often be heard in this area.

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Katie Leuenberger

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Fall along the Jeep Trail.
Oct 18, 2016 near Swanton, VT
Summer time on the Jeep Trail.
Oct 18, 2016 near Swanton, VT
Cross country skiing in the winter on the Jeep Trail.
Oct 18, 2016 near Swanton, VT

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