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Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve--Skinner Ridge Access - Jasper County
GPS Coordinates:
41.702778, -92.793335
Management:
County
Description:
Jacob Krumm Nature Preserve, managed by Jasper County, has three access areas. Skinner Ridge Access is a small parking area on the west side of the preserve. A long mowed trail system connects the eastern and western portions of the preserve. An observation tower is located on Skinner Ridge.
Habitat:
A 25-acre manmade lake, several smaller ponds, wetland, oak savanna, woodland, and tallgrass prairie provide a variety of habitats for birds.
Directions:
In eastern Jasper County, just north of I-80. Take exit 179, go north on Hwy. T-38, then go east on Jacob Ave. Access points are along this road.
Website:
http://www.co.jasper.ia.us/index.aspx?page=92
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Parking
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