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Desire Paths

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Desire paths Desire paths can be paths created as a consequence of erosion caused by human or animal foot-fall or traffic. The paths usually represent the shortest or most easily navigated routes between origins and destinations. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desire_path

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[–] [email protected] 24 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago)

Ah it took me a minute but I see what you're getting at. In case anyone else feels confused like me, the path must flood a bit there when it rains and so that small offshoot path is from people walking around a big puddle.