Bog Meadow Brook Nature Trail
is one of Saratoga P.L.A.N.'s earliest accomplishments.
This two mile trail was established in 1993 by dedicated
volunteers and members and follows the path of an abandoned
railway. Three distinct wetland communities are present
along the trail and visitors are likely to see a variety
of wildlife throughout the seasons. The trail, which includes
an extensive boardwalk system, may be enjoyed on foot,
snowshoes or cross-country skis.
PROJECT STATUS
During the summer of 2001, seven interpretive signs were installed along
Bog Meadow Brook Nature Trail to highlight the importance of the trail's
wetland communities: open marsh, wet meadow and forested wetland. The
flora and fauna of these natural communities, along with the historical
significance of the area are illustrated by the educational signs.
The trail is owned by the City of Saratoga Springs and
continues to be maintained by volunteers and local organizations
through Saratoga P.L.A.N. work days. To assist with trail
maintenance and improvements at Bog Meadow Brook Nature
Trail, please call or email us.
Saratoga P.L.A.N. has also developed an educator’s
guide which is available to loan to teachers and
group leaders.
Saratoga P.L.A.N. Teaches Local Elementary Students
about Ecology at Bog Meadow Brook Nature Trail
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DIRECTIONS
The trail is two miles long, with designated parking areas on each end.
The directions below will take you to the Rt. 29 entrance. To get to
the other end, proceed east on Rt. 29/Lake Avenue past the trail head.
At the first traffic light, make a right on Staffords Bridge Rd. Take
your first right onto Meadowbrook Rd. The parking lot is 1/4 mile on
your right. The trail starts about 50 yards further up the road from
the parking area.
To the Rt. 29 entrance: From downtown Saratoga Springs: Take Lake Avenue/Rt.
29 east from town. Go through the traffic light at Weibel Avenue. The
trail entrance will be about 300 yards on your right.
From out of town: From exit 14 of I-87, head west on Union Avenue, towards
Saratoga Springs. At the first traffic light make a right onto Henning
Road. At the intersection and light with Lake Avenue/Rt.29, make a right.
Go through the traffic light at Weibel Avenue. The trail will be about
300 yards on your right.
SPUR TRAIL ENTRANCE:
From I-87 North and South, take Exit 14, (Route 9P / Union Ave). – Head away from Saratoga Springs (that is, if you are coming from the South, take a right onto 9P or if you are coming from the North, take a left onto 9P).
Make left on Meadowbrook Road across from Saratoga National Golf Club.
Go about 2 miles, make left on Oak Brook Boulevard (entrance to Meadowbrook subdivision);
At Stop sign, make a right onto Saddle Brook Road.
At Stop sign, make a right onto Stony Brook Road.
Go straight on Stony Brook until the road makes a 90 degree turn to the left. Proceed up about 100 yards look for the Bog Meadow Trail sign. Park along side of road.
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