

Small, scrappy trails that wind through remnants of an old municipal zoo, native prairie and stands of trees — good for intimate nature shots, textural studies of concrete ruins, migrating birds and wide prairie vistas. Best light is golden hour (sunrise for east-facing open fields, sunset for backlit trees). Trails are unpaved; bring closed-toe shoes. Parking at the lot off Co Rd 112; no entry fee known. Weekday mornings are quiet; spring brings wildflowers and more bird activity.


Small, scrappy trails that wind through remnants of an old municipal zoo, native prairie and stands of trees — good for intimate nature shots, textural studies of concrete ruins, migrating birds and wide prairie vistas. Best light is golden hour (sunrise for east-facing open fields, sunset for backlit trees). Trails are unpaved; bring closed-toe shoes. Parking at the lot off Co Rd 112; no entry fee known. Weekday mornings are quiet; spring brings wildflowers and more bird activity.