Smal river. McDowell Grove Forest Preserve
Trails McDowell Grove features more than five miles of looped, unmarked trails for hikers, bicyclists, cross-country skiers and horseback riders. The trails meander through the 439-acre preserve, which sits on the banks of the West Branch of the DuPage River. Picnicking Picnickers can enjoy a reservable 25-person capacity picnic shelter at the river's shore and a 150-person capacity reservable picnic area to the southeast. Ground fires are prohibited, but visitors may bring their own grills and dispose of coals in the on-site hot-coal containers. Latrines and a water pump are available to make visits more enjoyable. Fishing Anglers can access the 22-acre Mud Lake and the West Branch of the DuPage River from the preserve. Smallmouth bass have been stocked in the river for catch and release. Catfish, bass, carp, sunfish and bluegill can be caught in Mud Lake. Some of the best times to catch fish are in the early morning or late afternoon hours. Please be careful when fishing, and remember that daily creel limits are in place to preserve the long-term fishing program. All anglers 16 and older (except legally disabled persons) are required to have valid Illinois sport fishing licenses in their possession and must follow District and state regulations. Boating Canoeists and kayakers can paddle up the DuPage River from the launch near the parking lot. McDowell Grove can also be used as a takeout location when floating down the DuPage River from the North. Access to the river is free, but paddlers must bring their own watercraft. All watercraft must be registered with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources and must contain one well-fitting personal flotation device for each member on board. District regulations require that all paddlers wear their PFDs at all times.
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Location: McDowell Grove Forest Preserve Naperville, IL, USA
Photo credit: © Plamen Stanev / Alamy / Afripics
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