This preserve harbors a rare stand of northern flatwoods, ecologically valuable wetlands, and several state-listed threatened and endangered species. While there are no trails here, the two natural communities found on the site include a wet-mesic prairie and a high-quality sedge meadow that contain more that 165 native plant species. This preserve is part of the Lake County Forest Preserves.

Healthy, native plants are now thriving in pastures where horses once grazed.

The preserve underwent a comprehensive ecological restoration during a 7-year, $1.5 million project to remove non-native and invasive species, and reestablish native species to support native habitats. The project was supported by a generous $500,000 grant from The Grainger Foundation. Townline Stables operates a boarding stable at the northwest corner of the preserve.

For information, call 847-219-4951.