

Woodland preserve along the DuPage River offering mixed paved and dirt trails, river overlooks, small bridges and open meadow pockets—good for intimate nature, river landscapes and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and autumn foliage; mornings and weekdays are quieter. Multiple parking lots on Black Rd; no fee. Trails vary in condition—wear boots for dirt routes.


Woodland preserve along the DuPage River offering mixed paved and dirt trails, river overlooks, small bridges and open meadow pockets—good for intimate nature, river landscapes and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and autumn foliage; mornings and weekdays are quieter. Multiple parking lots on Black Rd; no fee. Trails vary in condition—wear boots for dirt routes.