Blackwell Forest Preserve
Blackwell Forest Preserve
in West Chicago within 1,366 acres of Warrenville lies Blackwell Forest Preserve, a popular destination for residents and visitors alike. Here you can go fishing, camping, archery, picnic-ing or off-leash dog walking – the possibilities are endless! Nature lovers will be especially delighted to discover the abundance of wildlife that make Blackwell their home; wild turkeys, deer, bald eagles and more can be seen in its woodlands, prairies, grasslands and wetlands. Keep an eye out specifically for McKee Marsh located north of Mack Road – explore the trails and two vernal ponds that provide the perfect home for amphibians like Northern Leopard frog and other birds such as wood ducks, blue-winged teals and solitary sandpipers. Visit Blackwell Forest Preserve today for a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure!
Enjoy the great outdoors at Blackwell Forest Preserve! Take a leisurely stroll, go for a jog, or rent a kayak to explore Silver Lake. For the fishermen out there, you can find bluegill, catfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, rainbow trout and walleye in Silver Lake, White Pine Pond and Sand Pond. Picnickers can spread out their blanket on one of the many grassy areas or reserve Hawthorn Grove or one of four 100-person shelters with grills and/or electricity. And don’t forget to properly remove all plants, animals and mud from boats and gear before leaving any lake – no matter where you fish – to help combat invasive species like the nonnative zebra mussel. Get ready for your outdoor adventure today at Blackwell Forest Preserve! Check out our company Grant & Power Landscaping, Inc.