Stafford Basin
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Where is Stafford Basin
You can visit the Stafford Basin and walk the trail around Lusher Farm and up to Cooks Butte, however there is no designated parking area. It is best to park on Overlook Drive and walk to the trail head kiosk on Stafford Road.
Why conserve this land?
Conserving land in the
Our Accomplishments
Three Rivers helped acquire 5 parcels in this area by working with private landowners and the City of
Given the growing number of conserved acres, Three Rivers envisioned a connected trail system. Along with many partners, we developed a Stafford Basin Path and Trail Plan. This plan identifies at least 15 miles of new trail connecting conserved natural areas and parks in
As of 2005, two miles of trail have been constructed.
Next Steps
Conservation efforts continue with plans to conserve a Wilson Creek Natural Area. This area will help provide good water quality, wildlife habitat and hiking and bird watching opportunties. Three Rivers is working to purchase 25 acres along
Plans are also underway to construct another 1 1/2 mile of trail between Luscher Farm and