If you are looking for a natural escape in Hillsboro, you should check out the Patterson Street Natural Area. This 10-acre site has a creek corridor, a wetland, and a forested upland area that offer a variety of habitats for wildlife and plants. You can access the natural area from the end of Patterson Street, where there is a small parking lot and a trailhead. The trail is about 0.6 miles long and loops around the site, crossing the creek twice on wooden bridges. You can enjoy the scenic views of the natural area, listen to the sounds of the creek and the birds, and breathe in the fresh air as you run.