Sauk Trail Reservoir Forest Preserve, Frankfort, IL

Sauk Trail Reservoir Forest Preserve in Frankfort, IL, spans 340 acres and features a 53-acre reservoir that supports fishing for largemouth bass, bluegill, and channel catfish. Anglers access the water from multiple shoreline locations and a 300-foot fishing pier. A 3.5-mile multi-use trail loops around the reservoir, accommodating hiking, jogging, and bicycling, while a separate 1.2-mile equestrian trail winds through oak-hickory woodland. Picnic shelters with grills and restrooms are available near the main parking lot, and a playground is located adjacent to the shelter area. The preserve borders the Old Plank Road Trail, allowing direct access to a 22-mile paved route connecting Frankfort to Joliet and Chicago Heights. Open fields and mature tree cover provide seasonal views of waterfowl and migratory songbirds. The preserve lies within a 10-minute drive of Interstate 57, U.S. Route 30, and the Metra Electric Line station in University Park, offering convenient regional access.

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