Kalamazoo hasn't exactly seen a tropical heatwave. But recent warm(er) temperatures are a vast improvement from a long, harsh winter. In the coming weeks, ShareKalamazoo would like to share some of our area's finest trails to run, walk or bike off the extra steam (or pounds) accumulated while being snowed in time and again.
Week One: Al Sabo Preserve
Al Sabo Preserve is located in southwestern Kalamazoo County and is comprised of 741 acres of marsh, forest, streams and rolling hills. With more than 25 miles of trails, this preserve provides various recreational opportunities for walkers, runners and bikers. Due to erosion, more than two thirds of the trails are now closed to cyclists, however more than seven miles remain.
Nestled into the preserve are two boardwalks that provide access to the west branch of the Portage Creek and Atwater Millpond. There are also numerous overlooks along the trails that provide panoramic views of the preserve’s terrain and wildlife.
The trailhead and parking for Al Sabo Preserve is located on Texas Drive, near the intersection of Texas Drive and 10th Street. Access may also be gained to the Preserve from foot trails originating at Rota-Kiwan Boy Scout Camp and the Texas Township campus of Kalamazoo Valley Community College. Al Sabo is open all year from 8 a.m. until sunset.
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