The south side borders an semi-undeveloped commercial zone.
The walking trail runs very close to the commercial zone so the
left side of this picture has less vegetation.
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The southeast observation platform is positioned on the rim of
the former gravel pit.
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The southeast observation platform overlooks a large expanse of
woods.
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This photograph shows the abrupt demarcation of the southern border
of the wetlands park.
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The walking trail branches off north to the central observation
platform.
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The central observation platform sits on the water within the boundary
of former gravel pit.
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The central observation offers perhaps the best pond-side view.
Both the west observation platform and I-20 are visible across the
beaver pond.
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The rocky subsoil occasionally makes it difficult for trees to
anchor themselves.
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The edge of the former gravel pit is readily apparent from many
parts of the walking trail because of the steep drop-offs.
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This spur of the walking trail overlooks a creek where water enters
the wetlands park.
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