Seven Ponds Trail, traversing open field areas as well as hardwood and white pine stands, gives the visitor a closer look at the vast marsh that surrounds the much smaller upland trail area. This is an excellent spot for birding. Geese and herons usually can be spotted along this section of trail.

All trails in Tinker's Creek are seasonally wet with mosquitoes and deer flies being particularly pesky in summer. Insect repellent along with appropriate hiking shoes and apparel is advised.

Directions: From Aurora, OH, Immediately southwest of Aurora travel to the junction of State Routes 82 and 43. Proceed south on SR 43 approximately 1 mile to Hudson-Aurora Road. Follow Hudson-Aurora Road 2 miles southwest, then 2 miles west on Old Mill Road. The preserve is adjacent to the railroad tracks.

Distance: 1.75 miles

Difficulty: Easy

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