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Robertson Bird Sanctuary
4.6 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Running trail in Waterloo, Iowa · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 50 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Robertson Bird Sanctuary's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Robertson Bird Sanctuary
“So beautiful in the spring with all the bluebells, but it's also a wonderful spot to go walking all year long.”
So beautiful in the spring with all the bluebells, but it's also a wonderful spot to go walking all year long.
An amazingly beautiful environment to hike in. Trails are always well-maintained and free of hazardous debris.
Viewing birds within the trails with members of PRAS. A few places could use some work such as gravel over the culverts but otherwise a nice walking trail to view birds or enjoy nature.
Trail conditions & character
“A few places could use some work such as gravel over the culverts but otherwise a nice walking trail to view birds or enjoy nature.”
Plan your run at Robertson Bird Sanctuary
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance50 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitewaterlooleisureservices.org
- Phone+1 319-291-4370
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