Open Trail Day is a great opportunity to explore some of the Bufferlands. We will have several miles of trails open for you to hike at your own pace. Our biologists and docents will be out on the trails to help you find your way and to answer any nature-related questions. This is a great time to see Fall colors as our forests begin to change from green to gold. The trails will span through riparian forests with trees over 300 years old, oak woodlands, and seasonal wetlands. Many species of songbirds, waterfowl, and shorebirds can be seen this time of year.
The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. and close at 3:30 p.m. Event and parking are free. Please sign in at the check-in table and get your trail map. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle. There will be no food vendors on-site, but feel free to pack a picnic or trail snacks.
This Open Trails Day offers a rare opportunity to explore SacSewer’s Bufferlands, a protected nature preserve that is only open to the public during select special events. This limited access helps protect sensitive habitats while allowing visitors to experience the area’s wetlands, riparian forests, and wildlife in a meaningful way.
No pets, please! For all Bufferlands events, we respectfully request that you please leave your dogs and other pets at home.
Wild animals are within the hiking trails.
Please visit https://www.sacsewer.com/event/bufferlands-open-trail-day-october-2026/ for complete information on this event.
Least Sandpiper © Chris Conard