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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
The Sugar Mill Nature Trail begins across the street from the park's visitor center.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
Portions of the Sugar Mill Nature Trail have interpretive signs providing information on flora along the path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
At a quarter mile into the trail, a sign marks where the Nature Trail splits from the Bayou Cane Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
The trail traces a route that passes through longleaf pine forest en route to a wildlife overlook boardwalk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
The trail follows a scenic and easy walking path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
A spur heads to Alligator Marsh Boardwalk, which is built for wildlife viewing.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
Alligator Marsh Boardwalk heads into the wetland marsh, where hikers may be able to observe birds, waterfowl, alligators and nutria amidst the wetlands.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
Alligator Marsh Boardwalk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
A young bald eagle sits on a tree branch above Alligator Marsh Boardwalk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
Spanish moss hangs from the trees along the final portion of the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
02/01/2018
Though not on the trail, the actual Sugar Mill ruins sit just steps away from the trailhead adjacent to the park's visitor center.