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Whitefish Dunes
Whitefish Dunes Nature
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Brachiopod Trail
Hike and learn about the plants and animals of Whitefish Dunes State Park and how its geology affects all life there. The 1.5-mile interpretive trail will introduce you to some of the treasures this special area has to offer.
Follow Byron, the animated brachiopod, on his adventure along the interpretive trail. Byron represents a one-footed clam-like creature that lived here millions of years ago. Fossil remains of brachiopods and other fossils of that era can be found throughout Door County.
Note: The trail begins at a fossil rock wall near the shore in the picnic area. It is intended to be accessible for all people, but weather and terrain variations may cause some difficulty for people using mobility aids. The brochure is available in accessible format.
- Walk out onto the rock shelf shore to enjoy one of the most beautiful views in all of Wisconsin.
- Rest on the Leopold bench and listen for songs of the ovenbird and American redstart.
- Watch for signs of the white-tailed deer in the forest.
- The steep forested dunes in this area are the highest dunes on the western shore of Lake Michigan.
For more information, ask Whitefish Dunes State Park, (920) 823-2400.
Last Revised: Monday April 20 2009
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