

Small hardwood preserve with winding trails, mature canopy and seasonal understory—good for intimate forest scenes, long-tree leading lines, bird and small-wildlife shots, and fall color. Best at golden hour or after rain (saturated colors). Weekday mornings have few visitors; small parking lot on Milwaukee Ave, no fee. Trails are mostly flat and accessible with light hiking shoes.


Small hardwood preserve with winding trails, mature canopy and seasonal understory—good for intimate forest scenes, long-tree leading lines, bird and small-wildlife shots, and fall color. Best at golden hour or after rain (saturated colors). Weekday mornings have few visitors; small parking lot on Milwaukee Ave, no fee. Trails are mostly flat and accessible with light hiking shoes.