Alachua Audubon Field Trip: Bolen Bluff
- When: Sunday, September 14, 2025, 8:00 am - 11:00 am
- Location: Bolen Bluff Trail, Micanopy, FL 32667
- Cost: Free
Meet Maggie Paxson in the lot. Access trailhead off of 441 south of Gainesville.
With over 230 unique species on its observations list, Bolen Bluff is a local birding highlight regardless of the time of year. Located on the Southern rim of Payne's Prairie, this mostly flat trail starts in a wooded upland area, rambles along the basin rim of the prairie, and eventually descends into the basin towards a raised observation tower.
We’ll hike the entirety of the woodland loop as well as the first quarter mile of the basin trail for a round-trip total of approximately 2.5 miles. Ground is mostly flat with some slight changes in elevation, with a well-tread trail that is also frequented by deer, bison, and wild horses. Target species include migrant warblers; thrushes like Veery, Swainson’s, and Grey-cheeked; and other migrant passerines like Scarlet Tanagers and Bobolinks.
Difficulty: 3, due to distance and some uneven terrain including a fair amount of roots.
To bring: binoculars, closed-toe comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots, walking stick if needed, water, sun protection. Bugs can get bad at this location.
Birders of all ability levels and non-members are always welcome.
- Website: www.alachuaaudubon.org
- Category: Free
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