Hike will stop at the Giant Springs, one of the nation’s largest freshwater springs, and pass the kid’s fishing pond. After the hike, guests will be able to tour inside the Giant Springs Fish Hatchery and see how they raise trout and other fish from eggs to adults and feed the adult trout in the show pond!

Free of charge.

Trail name: East Coulee Trail and Fish Hatchery Tour

Trail description: Departing from the Ranger Station, the .66-mile hike is easy to moderate with roughly half the trail on asphalt and half the hike on natural surface trail through the park. A slight uphill section of approx. 100 ft. at the start of the East Coulee trail with the majority of the hike on level ground.

Minimum age: Children of all ages are encouraged to attend with their families.

What to bring: Drinking water, hiking boots and appropriate clothing for the weather. Pets welcome, must be leashed.

Location: Ranger Station in Giant Springs State Park