Captain Daniel Wright Woods Forest Preserve — photo spot in 24830 N St Marys Rd, Mettawa, IL 60045, USA
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Captain Daniel Wright Woods Forest Preserve
750-acre woodland along the Des Plaines River with ponds, tall grasses, mixed hardwoods and bridges connecting to Half Day Forest Preserve. Excellent for fall foliage, wildlife (deer, woodpeckers, owls, falcon), reflections on the pond, and river vistas. Best at golden hour and fall mornings; weekdays are quieter. Limited parking at main lot; trails are unpaved and flat—bring waterproof boots and a tele lens for birds. No entry fees.
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Captain Daniel Wright Woods Forest Preserve
750-acre woodland along the Des Plaines River with ponds, tall grasses, mixed hardwoods and bridges connecting to Half Day Forest Preserve. Excellent for fall foliage, wildlife (deer, woodpeckers, owls, falcon), reflections on the pond, and river vistas. Best at golden hour and fall mornings; weekdays are quieter. Limited parking at main lot; trails are unpaved and flat—bring waterproof boots and a tele lens for birds. No entry fees.