


Large suburban reserve of oak savanna, prairie, wetlands and Murphy Lake offering varied compositions: long boardwalks, shoreline reflections, rolling hills and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and sunrise for low light on grasses and mist over the lake; fall and winter provide dramatic textures. Main parking lot off Murphy Lake Blvd; no gate fee. Trails range from paved to rugged—some boardwalk sections wheelchair‑friendly. Respect Dakota land and shared-use trails (mountain bikers).



Large suburban reserve of oak savanna, prairie, wetlands and Murphy Lake offering varied compositions: long boardwalks, shoreline reflections, rolling hills and seasonal color. Best at golden hour and sunrise for low light on grasses and mist over the lake; fall and winter provide dramatic textures. Main parking lot off Murphy Lake Blvd; no gate fee. Trails range from paved to rugged—some boardwalk sections wheelchair‑friendly. Respect Dakota land and shared-use trails (mountain bikers).