May T. Watts Nature Park in Highland Park offers 29 acres of preserved open space with over two miles of trails winding through oak woodlands, native prairie, and wetlands. The park features a boardwalk section that allows visitors to traverse wet areas without disturbance, and an observation deck overlooking the Skokie River. Local residents use the park for hiking, birdwatching, and seasonal nature programs offered by the Park District of Highland Park. The park connects directly to the regional Green Bay Trail, providing extended routes for runners and cyclists. Picnic shelters and a small parking area near the main entrance make the park accessible for families. Its location near downtown Highland Park places residents within a short drive or bike ride of shops, restaurants, and the Metra Union Pacific North Line station.
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May T. Watts Nature Park currently has 5 single family homes for sale, 1 townhouse for sale, 1 condo for sale, and 1 lot for sale.