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Beckwith Preserve

Natural World Physical Activity

This preserve in the village of Stockbridge provides 30 acres of quiet natural area right on the edge of town. Donated to Legacy Land Conservancy by the Beckwith family in 1999, the preserve holds a mature pine and spruce plantation and an oak-hickory forest surrounding over 800 feet of frontage on Portage Creek, one of the cleanest tributaries to the Huron River. It is common to see deer and wild turkeys in this peaceful oasis and the careful observer will see signs of the Great Horned Owl family. You may also encounter local runners and the high-school cross-country team out for practice, as this trail connects to Lakelands Trail State Park, and part of the Stockbridge Community Pathways.

Entering the preserve from the south entrance you will follow a winding trail and enter the deep shade of the evergreen trees where  owls and pileated woodpeckers can often be heard. The trail roughly parallels Portage Creek, going past a small meadow (look for native hoptrees or wafer ash), and into deciduous forest. Cross the creek on a beautiful volunteer-built bridge to follow a small loop through a mature oak/hickory forest. This trail loop also connects to the north entrance to the preserve. With just under a mile of trails, and benches scattered throughout the preserve, this is a place for quiet contemplation and a leisurely stroll.

Features
Drop in participationKid friendlySenior friendlyTeen friendly
Hours
Monday
All day
Tuesday
All day
Wednesday
All day
Thursday
All day
Friday
All day
Saturday
All day
Sunday
All day
Service Areas
Stockbridge
Resource Categories
Natural World, Accessible Natural Spaces, Routine Physical Activity, Physical Activity
Last Updated:
April 7, 2022

OBC Event Host

Beckwith Preserve hosts OBC events, but there are no scheduled events at this time.

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2879 Morton Road, Stockbridge, Michigan 49285
(734) 302-5263
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