Forest Park Nature Adventure

About the Guide:

The Forest Park Nature Adventure  is a scavenger hunt-style activity guide that brings you along on a fun adventure out on the trails. If you have never been to Forest Park, don’t worry about knowing your way around! This guide provides maps for trail routes that were chosen with families with elementary-aged children in mind. It includes native plant ID information, different plants and sights you can find on the trails, and useful tips for new trail users. You can see a couple examples of these on the side (or at the bottom of the page on mobile)!

Download the Forest Park Nature Adventure Here

Have a unique adventure along the:

  • Lower Macleay Trail,
  • Upper BPA Trail, or
  • Cannon Trail

Learn about:

  • Life on the forest floor,
  • Native flora and fauna,
  • Human history in the park,
  • How to use your “trail eyes” to identify unique forest features, and
  • Important trail use tips!

Each illustrated map also comes with activity prompts to apply what you have learned and get creative. 

Want to join us for more adventures after using the Forest Park Nature Adventure guide? Check out our Events Calendar. Kids 12 and under are welcome to join events with a guardian present. Help build the next generation of Forest Park stewards and join us on the trails!

Thank you to Super Nature Adventures for designing this guide. 

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