Sand Point Marsh Trail Exhibit

Marsh Trail Orientation Exhibit

Sand Point Marsh Trail

The Sand Point Marsh Trail is a half-mile long, accessible loop trail. It meanders through bogs, forested swamps, marshes, fens, and low dunes. Along the way, you may hear a multitude of birds in a clearing or see the rare beauty of a lady slipper orchid in the forest. Each time on the trail, there will be a new wonder to appreciate. The wetlands also protect the water quality of Lake Superior. You may see water run off the nearby cliffs and wetland plants act as sponges. You can find out more about the importance of wetlands from the exhibits along the trail.

Know Before You Go

Stay on designated trails. 
Bicycles ar enot allowed on trails. 
Drones are not permitted.
Leave no trace. Take trash out with you.
Keep wildlife wild. Don't feed wildlife.
No pets allowed.

Enjoy the Park

Abundant Wildlife

As you follow the trail through the wetlands, pause every so often. Watch for movement and listen for calls, splashes, and rustles. You may see frogs, turtles, and even beavers. Mornings and evenings are especially good times to see wildlife.

Open in Winter

Even in the cold of winter, you can enjoy the wetlands. Park staff plow the snow from the parking lots, but there may be snow and ice on the trails. Be cautious. Wear warm clothes and sturdy shoes. Consider bringing your snowshoes to leave your own unique tracks.

Accessibility

The Sand Point Marsh Trail is a half-mile, wheelchair-accessible loop trail. Most of the trail is a level boardwalk elevated over the wetlands. The rest of the trail is paved as it loops back through the forest. Audio description is available through the National Park Service App.

Ojibwe Greeting

Boozhoo!
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore lies within the homeland of the Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), who have lived here for centuries. A deep knowledge and commitment to these plants, animals, and the nature that surrounds you form the foundation of Anishinaabeg culture. Today, tribal members come to Pictured Rocks for ceremonies and to harvest, strengthening their traditional relationships with these ancestral resources.

Look for Ojibwe words on exhibits throughout the boardwalk.