The entire trail system is part of the greater 17.5-mile Bay County Riverwalk/Railtrail. The trail's striking scenery is as diverse as the type of path you will follow. This starting point is on the northern end at the Bay City State Recreation Area, where you will be treated to a sweeping vista of Saginaw Bay and the adjacent Tobico Marsh. In the first mile, the path—also known as the Frank N. Andersen Nature Trail connects with hiking trails to the west and an overlook platform with views of the marsh and the bay. Keep your eyes out for the interpretive signs along the trail, and stop to visit the nature center with its exhibits on what there is to see while you are here in this unique topography.