Explore Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter
Connect with nature at the Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter, a protected wetland and wildlife habitat. Enjoy walking trails, educational exhibits, and birdwatching.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for at least two hours to explore both the 1,200-acre outdoor trail system and the interactive indoor EcoCenter exhibits.
- 2Pack a pair of binoculars and a camera with a zoom lens to spot sandhill cranes, elk, and red-tailed hawks from the observation deck.
- 3Utilize the free Park City bus system (Pink or Blue lines) to reach the Kimball Junction stop, which is just a short walk from the center.
- 4Park for free in the designated lot at the EcoCenter or use the overflow parking at the adjacent Newpark Town Center retail area.
- 5Check the center's calendar for 'Full Moon Snowshoe' tours or sunrise birding walks for a unique guided experience beyond the standard trails.
- 6Wear waterproof footwear or hiking boots, as the wetland environment can lead to muddy or damp trail conditions even in late summer.
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