Portage Bicentennial Trail / Celery Flats

 

 

 

Description: It is an urban park with bike trails and playgrounds.  It is also a historic area – museum.  It contains trails, waterways, greenspace surrounded by heavily developed area, a site for community gatherings, festivals, concerts, and a theatre.  It’s a link to our past.  It contains a rollerblading and bike route, a dog, path, and cross-country skiing.  There is a bog, lake area, and woods. 

 

Why it should be preserved: It is great for families, recreation, and beauty.  It is a park in an urban setting.  It’s a link to the past – our agricultural roots and a community-gathering place.  It is readily used by the community and encourages physical activity.  All of these areas contribute to the beauty and tranquility of our county.

 

Type of Property: Buffer, Historical, Recreational, Scenic Viewpoint