Beaver Lake — Saturday, Jul. 20, 2024

Trail runs along the river which is pleasant. However, quite overgrown in many areas and despite diligence I got some nettle stings. Also a number of blowdowns to climb over/ under. The bridge at the end is out halfway across which means you can’t really see the lake except through the trees. I did see a kingfisher, hairy woodpecker and some Cedar waxwings, also common yellowthroat at a distance. Despite its short distance and low elevation , I would not recommend this trail for kids. Looked like some trail repairs were being done, kudos to whoever is making them