The recreation area is 450 acres, with a 105 acre reservoir. There is a great paved multi-use trail around the lake and a lovely green space next to the lake. …
Childs Hollow is a pond named after Charles Childs, a pioneer who once owned much of what is today Fontenelle Forest. There is a boardwalk that descends down to the pond. This is a great place to sport wildlife!
The trail around the lake is paved concrete and is flat. There is very little shade but the view of the lake and wildlife makes for a nice scenic hike.
The trails around Wehrspann Lake are paved and popular for bikers. This area is great for walking, and has plenty of shade and seating areas from which to enjoy the lake.
Unfortunately, when I was there in mid-October 2023, the lake was almost completely dry, so no birds or other animals could be seen. Only the traces of a beaver on the burrow could be seen.
Prairie Queen Lake was created in 2015. The lake stocks largemouth bass for fishing and was designed to encourage boating, hiking, biking, and related activities.
The trail around the lake is paved concrete and is flat. There is very little shade but the view of the lake and wildlife makes for a nice scenic hike.