Visit the "Wonder Room" - where you will find alligators, turtles, sssnakes and more behind the visitor's center. 

 See farm animals at our barnyard exhibit.

 Feed big bream, catfish, turtles, ducks and seasonal Canada geese from a bridge. 

 Picnic on tables overlooking a scenic lake and woods. 

 Learn how to identify 31 species of trees on our Tree ID Trail starting from the picnic area.

 Hike and Bike 17+ miles of multi-skill level trails through rocky, hilly woods, terraces, bottomlands and creeks. Great for bird-watching! 

 Horse Trails! Bring your own horse and ride 10 miles of scenic trail with creek crossing. These trails are separate from the hiking and biking trails. Horse Trail Head parking is on Lake Clark Rd., not Mt. Vernon Rd. Print directional map for location.  

 Enjoy the Woodland Garden and see native azaleas, perennials, bog garden, goldfish pond and more! 

 Get married at our Chapel with a beautiful lake view and have a reception at the Lake Pavilion or the Atrium by reservation only. 

 Family reunions at the Pavilion - a covered picnic shelter by reservation only. 

 Camping for organized groups only such as Scouts, 4-H, and church youth groups.