Plenty of sun exposure and plenty of poop on the trail. Fantastic views of the prairie. We saw a giant bone and several unique species of birds. Bring sunscreen and bug spray!

Always a beautiful walk around the lake. We were lucky enough to spot 2 eagles that moved from tree to tree. Lots of cranes and geese as well.

Great place for a nice walk through nature. Havent made the full loop yet, I have three young kids(6, 4 and 2), but did get about 2 miles out and back. Very beautiful and not too many people. Can take dogs as long on leash.

Beautiful lake with plenty of waterfowl. Unplug and listen for best experience.

Nice peaceful place to take a hike, usually not too many people. Great place to see birds

Went to this park the other day and my car was burglarized/ vandalized in the parking lot at Nelson Lake entrance while we were taking a walk down the trail about 2pm. Be aware, parking lot not necessarily safe, (as my case was here) even if there were few other parked cars. As for this preserve - nice long lake trail and park overall as far as nature goes, but not too many people there and way too quiet, almost to the point where I suggest a walking partner or two.

Beautiful trails for cross-country running! Awesome fall colors.

Great hiking and a variety of trail types!

Good walking and horse trails. Also can ride bikes long and curvy excellent outdoor space

Long scenic trails for hiking, snow shoeing, and cross country skiing.

Always a beautiful peaceful walk.

Great place for a quick prairie hike

The preserve is a great place to get out and enjoy nature without crowds of people around. Paths go all the way around the lake, and theres an observation deck to sit at and enjoy the view. A pavilion, restrooms and a water pump are available. The paths are made of dirt and gravel and pretty well maintained. Bring bug spray in the warmer seasons!

Nice pavilions, restrooms, and park tables available.

Would love to see crushed gravel on the paths.. so muddy and hard to walk.Otherwise a very nice park.

Take a pic of the map at the trail head. There arent trail markings at all intersections. The red Trail could use a bench at the halfway point. We only did the yellow and red trails. They were nice trails.

So clean and nice quiet area to walk or bike while you reflect on life .

Nice place to walk with dogs. Could get muddy. I wish the trail was closer to the lake. Lots of different trail types. You walk on grass, pavement, gravel, dirt, etc. Can be uneven. Dogs loved it!

Good place

Nice forest preserve. BRING BUG SPRAY!!! I was eaten alive by mosquitos

Pelicans, sandhill cranes and ducks. Walking trail around the lake. Very nice

Great service! Basic diner with everyday food!

Great park for a long walk; immersed in the trees and surrounded by the sounds of birds and wildlife. Its a refuge amidst malls and highways. Thanks to the Fox County parks district and others for keeping it available and well maintained!

Beautiful during sunset as long as your bring bug spray.

Clean wide trails. Dogs enjoy

Best loop at a forest preserve. Really pretty.

Nice walk

Always a peaceful getaway close to home.

A wonderful trail around Nelson lake. Great place to take your dog too

Great nature!

Paved and gravel paths good for dogs

Its a forest preserve.

Beautiful place, but many of the trail markers are missing .

Lovely forest & grassland area.

Saw five Sandhills near the head of the trail by north entrance!

Gorgeous trails and great scenery

Prairie, forest and pond. Trails vary among grass, gravel and black top.

Great for a hike

Nice

Good

Paradise in the burbs

Great place