Crockery Creek Natural Area
This 331 acre natural area includes frontage on both the Grand River and Crockery Creek. About 2 miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails meander along wooded ridges and wetlands as well as through floodplain forest and open hardwoods. The existing farm house and barn are from a Centennial Farm and are currently closed to the public.
In addition to the creek itself, natural features on the site include mature wooded ridges, floodplain forest, open hardwoods, wet meadows and buttonbush swamp. This diversity of natural communities provides habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna including bald eagles, sandhill cranes, red-headed woodpeckers and river otters. A small created wetland also provides a resting and feeding area for waterfowl. In addition to resident wildlife, the area provides staging areas for many migratory birds.
The next step in the Crockery Creek Site Project will be to create a master plan with public input. This master plan will be used as a blueprint for future improvements. Proposed recreational uses for the property include hiking and cross country ski trails, wildlife viewing, canoe/kayak access to Crockery Creek, fishing access and picnicking.
Facilities
- Parking lot
- Portable toilet
- Hiking and cross-country ski trails
Park Hours
Crockery Creek is open year-round at the following times.
April 1 through October 31 - 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
November 1 through March 31 - 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fees
There are no entry fees.
Directions
The Crockery Creek Natural Area is located in Crockery Township. Travel west on Wren Drive from its intersection with Leonard Street to the trail head.
