Terrell Creek Marsh is one of the few remaining saltwater/freshwater estuaries in northern Puget Sound. The half mile loop through a mixed forest of maple, alder, paper birch, cedars, and hemlock has 10 informative signs along the way. There are 1.5 miles of saltwater shoreline to explore.
Hiking opportunities at Birch Bay SP include the 1/2 mile Terrell Marsh Loop and 1.5 miles of saltwater shoreline. Migratory waterfowl, American Bald Eagles, Great Blue Heron, and smaller song birds can be seen.
Terrell Creek Marsh is one of the few remaining saltwater/freshwater estuaries in northern Puget Sound. The 1/2 mile loop through a mixed forest of maple, alder, paper birch, cedars, and hemlock has 10 informative signs along the way. There are 1.5 miles of saltwater shoreline to explore.
Birch Bay State Park
48.9069,
-122.7660
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Length
- 1.5 miles of trails
Terrell Creek Marsh is one of the few remaining saltwater/freshwater estuaries in northern Puget Sound. The half mile loop through a mixed forest of maple, alder, paper birch, cedars, and hemlock has 10 informative signs along the way. There are 1.5 miles of saltwater shoreline to explore.
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Hiking Birch Bay State Park
Birch Bay State Park
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