The Inter-Urban Wetland Natural Area, located at 1727 Haslett Road in Meridian Township, is a rugged land preserve featuring thick forests, and both wooded and open wetlands.
The 25-acre park, which was purchased in 2003 though Meridian Township’s Land Preservation Program, has rough trails that can be tough to find and navigate through the thick woods but those looking for an escape from the city will enjoy the challenge.
The park features a diverse environment for all kinds of wildlife and is a spot frequented by red-tailed hawks and sandhill cranes, to name a few. The wetland area can be viewed from the sidewalk on Haslett Road that extends the length of the north end of the land preserve.
There are no bathrooms or parking on site. For those arriving by vehicle, you can park in the neighborhood off Bayonne Avenue near Haslett Road to walk to the natural area. If you’d like to take a biking trip, you can get to near the park on the Inter-Urban Pathway walking and biking trail.
This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: A Walk in the Park: Haslett’s Inter-Urban Wetland Natural Area is a rugged escape from city