Alman Marsh

Trail
1.00 Mile
N/A
N/A
2stars (2.00)1
2stars (2.00)
3stars (3.00)
N/A
Yes
Yes
No
Petaluma
Sonoma
More Info

Parking for the trail can be found at the end of Marina Ave.

The trails here lie just west of Shollenberger Park on a very flat open marsh area. One can expect to see plenty of birds in the grass, including Red Wing Black Birds and Canada Geese. Wooden boardwalks cover parts of trail more susceptible to muddy paths.

Rocky Memorial Dog Park sits on a high point overlooking the marsh.

Photos
Marshland
A look over the Alman Marsh with Sonoma Mountain in the background. (Photo by Austin Explorer)
Petaluma River
The trail parallels the Petaluma River for a short distance. Note the use of boardwalks where the ground may be too muddy. (Photo by Austin Explorer)
High Grass
The trail traverses a flat marshland with some occasional high grass. (Photo by Austin Explorer)
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