

A 443-acre preserve of rolling prairies, mixed hardwood forest, wetlands and streams — ideal for landscape, wildlife and macro photography. Trails and boardwalks provide accessible vantage points; parking at the main lot on Butternut Ridge Rd. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and at spring/fall for migratory birds and wildflowers. Trails are mostly easy; no fee. Expect insects in summer and muddy sections after rain.


A 443-acre preserve of rolling prairies, mixed hardwood forest, wetlands and streams — ideal for landscape, wildlife and macro photography. Trails and boardwalks provide accessible vantage points; parking at the main lot on Butternut Ridge Rd. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm light and at spring/fall for migratory birds and wildflowers. Trails are mostly easy; no fee. Expect insects in summer and muddy sections after rain.