The trail runs beside woodland as the land slopes down to a riparian area that is a great place to see wildlife. Visitors must stay on the designated trail, but several resting areas and an observation deck for the borrow pit provide excellent places to stop and look for birds and other wildlife. A cluster of elderberry grows near the platform, and when blooming in the late spring to early summer, may be a place to spot some magnificent butterflies. Black walnut trees are dominant along the trail.

Watch for a nesting pair of Red-tailed Hawks, which are known to feed in the area. Barn Swallows swoop across the open prairie and in winter are joined by Northern Harriers and American Kestrels, who are regular visitors. Bald Eagles have been observed in the park and can be seen along the Neches River and a 40-acre lake located south of the park. Cedar Waxwings visit the park during migration and join nesting Scissor-tailed Flycatchers and Mockingbirds.

This unique site combines history and archeology with grassland and woodland habitats. At first glance, the site appears to be an open field, but further investigation reveals its unusual features.

Wildflowers abound at the park year-round. In addition to the boldly colored wildflowers, careful examination of the plants along the trail will reveal some diminutive, yet beautiful species. Lamb's ear, crimson clover, bull nettle, sensitive briar, black-eyed Susan and passion flower are just some of the species visible in late spring and early summer.