ARK Walking Trail & Nature Center
7002 Hwy 304, Hernando, MS 38632, Hernando, MS
The ARK Walking Trail currently consists of two miles of wooded trails that sit on the wildlife sanctuary located just a few miles west of Hernando, MS on Hwy 304.
About this place
The ARK Walking Trail currently consists of two miles of wooded trails that sit on the wildlife sanctuary located just a few miles west of Hernando, MS on Hwy 304. In addition, the ARK has an outdoor stage, 5,000 sq. ft. education pavilion, beautiful interpretive signage and open wildflower and grasslands. The Coldwater River Nature Conservancy (CRNC) is dedicated to the shared vision of enjoying and protecting the natural ecosystem of the Coldwater River watershed by providing access to trails, caring for injured and orphaned wildlife and fostering an appreciation for our shared environment through land conservation and education.
Activities
- Outdoors
- Parks
- Trails
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