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North Aurora Dam is a small dam along the Fox River. It creates a small cascade that is visible as you ride along the Fox River Trail.

Good place to relax in a gazebo overlooking the dam.

In the Batavia Historic District, you’ll find reminders of the early 20th century, from George Burton's Grocery Store to the Anderson Building. The steeple of Holy Cross Church, now part of the Batavia Park District, still stands tall.

The waterfall, sourced from the Fox River, serves as a delightful spot to take a break during your hike. You can relish the scenic views and even dip your feet in the water.

Explore Norris Woods Nature Preserve, formerly known as Jones Woods, with a history of preservation dating back over a century. Managed by the Park District since 1970, this Illinois State Nature Preserve features a thriving red oak forest, colorful wildflowers, and a scenic gravel biking trail. Learn about the area's history, shaped by early settler Stephen S. Jones and later custodian Lester Norris, and enjoy the natural beauty preserved for future generations.

Spanning 713 acres, West Branch Forest Preserve captivates with diverse habitats, plants, and wildlife. Initially acquired for flood control, it now boasts a reservoir for stormwater collection and natural filtration. The preserve showcases two lakes, wetlands, a tallgrass meadow, a wet prairie, an immature floodplain forest, and a rare fen.

Within the Batavia Historic District, a captivating journey unfolds, offering a glimpse into the early 20th-century charm of Batavia. While time has transformed the landscape, remnants like George Burton's Grocery Store and the Anderson building stand as living echoes of the past. Gaze upon the enduring steeple of Holy Cross Church, now a Batavia Park District treasure. This district encapsulates Batavia's rich history, weaving a tale of community development, growth, and resilience along the Fox River and the Illinois Prairie.

Wandering the trails at James "Pate" Philip State Park allows runners to immerse themselves in a prairie rebirth. Stretching out in all directions are native grasses and wetlands emerging thanks to dedicated restoration efforts started in the 1991. Along the way, runners may spot delicate flowers and other wildlife thriving in this preserved prairie oasis.