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McPherson State Fishing Lake Nature Trail
  • Trail Season: Year-around
  • Length of Trail: 0.75 mile(s)
  • Trail Activities: Walking
  • There is camping located near the trail
  • Location of Start: N38 28.450 W97 28.340
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    Enjoy a walk on the trail to observe native plants and wildlife. The 3/4 mile trail follows Gypsum creek, which flows into the lake.

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