Nature Trails Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary- McKinney, TX, US
N 33° 09.511 W 096° 36.907
14S E 722412 N 3671393
Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney, TX 75069
From Greenville Dr (signs for Texas 5 S/Allen)
•Turn left onto Country Club Rd - 1.0 mi
•Turn left onto Nature Pl - 0.1 mi
Waymark Code: WMR13B
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 04/26/2016
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The "chittamwood" has been given to several tree species, including gum bully, and refers to the wood used to make the biblical Ark of the Covenant.
There are several trails that have Flora and Fauna Information Signs that you can choose from.
Hoot Owl Trail
A self-guided ½ mile easy-to-moderate trail with a nice combination of upland and bottomland terrain.
Cedar Brake Loop
A self-guided 2/3 mile trail with beautiful, seasonal native wildflowers.
Wood Duck Trail
A 1 mile wetlands boardwalk and overland trail with the best view of the wetlands.
Bluestem Trail
A 1 mile (round trip) moderate trail with the best view of the Heard’s prairies.
Sycamore Trail
A 1¼ mile easy-to-moderate trail with deep shade and large, old trees.
Visit Instructions:
Take a photo of yourself (and others) at the waymark and feel free to share any additional information or that is not contained on the sign or your experience generally.