Palomita Reserve

Bridge on lakeside trail great place for a break on long bike ride.

So peaceful!

This is a little gem waiting to be explored. There is no parking; just a bit of room on the shoulder by the sign. The south trail along the southern bank of the creek goes no where (although I did see a bald eagle). If you cross the creek by the board walk near Lakeshore Drive, there is a barely noticeable trail that is much more interesting. The trail is wedged between the pumping station and the northern bank of the creek. Thank you to the Sebastian family for preserving this unique habitat.

This small preserve is often missed as you cruise down Lakeshore drive, but for those who walk or bike through the area, a short trail is discovered along the south side of the Little Pigeon River. A short, easy hike takes less than 15 minutes with views of the river. But the main attraction is the wooden boardwalk section along Lakeshore drive, featuring an overlook of the river where one can spot many animals, including white tail deer, muskrat, red wing black bird, Canada goose, Mallard ducks, finches, warblers, woodpecker, and the occasional bald eagle or raptor.