

Small suburban park with mixed hardwoods, open prairie, wetlands and a pond — strong for seasonal landscapes, reflections, birdlife and intimate nature scenes. Easy parking off John R Rd, no fee, walk moderate trails and boardwalks. Best at golden hour, sunrise for mist over the pond, fall for foliage and winter for snowy contrasts; weekdays/early mornings avoid families and dog walkers.


Small suburban park with mixed hardwoods, open prairie, wetlands and a pond — strong for seasonal landscapes, reflections, birdlife and intimate nature scenes. Easy parking off John R Rd, no fee, walk moderate trails and boardwalks. Best at golden hour, sunrise for mist over the pond, fall for foliage and winter for snowy contrasts; weekdays/early mornings avoid families and dog walkers.