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Golf course features well-maintained greens and a challenging layout with narrow gaps. Winter turns it into a dog park where dogs run free in picnic areas and on the hill. Offers full amenities like driving range and practice holes with reasonable pricing.

Winter turns the area into a dog park where dogs run free. Owners often let their dogs loose in the picnic areas and on the hill.

People are saying

"I found the golf course to be in great shape and well-maintained."

"I loved that they made it a dog park in the winter."

Good to know

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There is plenty of parking available at the golf course.

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The price for an 18-hole round with a cart is around $80.

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The course is sometimes cart path only due to weather conditions.

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Nature preserve

Open nature preserve offers easy beginner hiking and well-marked trails perfect for dogs on leash. Quiet, peaceful space with picnic areas and open grass invites outdoor fun. Well maintained and safe, ideal for walks and relaxing gatherings.

Unpaved loop trails offer a natural setting for walking dogs on a leash. The area supports both dogs and other pets, with some animal waste present but not clearly from dogs.

People are saying

"It's a great place for a family picnic or barbecue."

"It's a nice place to walk and relax in nature."

"It's a great Dog Friendly place to take your dog on the trails."

Good to know

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There is plenty of parking available throughout the park.

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Visitors should bring their own grill as none are provided.

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Bug spray is recommended due to the presence of mosquitoes.

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Ice cream shop

Ice cream shop buzzes with 80s vibe and loud music. Offers large scoops and oatmilk dairy-free flavors for all tastes. Super dog friendly with free treats and a wall of Polaroid pups.

Super pet friendly with a wall of Polaroid dog pictures. Dogs eat free and can enjoy ice cream served in cups they lick clean.

People are saying

"The ice cream here is super creamy and delicious."

"They have so many unique and delicious flavors."

"They're super Dog Friendly and snapped a Polaroid of my pup for the wall."

Good to know

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There is no bathroom available for customers.

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Expect long lines during warm weather, especially in the evenings.

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Daisy's Ice Cream offers both classic and unique flavors.

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Spacious forest preserve offers well-maintained trails for hiking and biking through lush woodlands and serene meadows. Dogs enjoy freedom but should stay on leash, though many roam off-leash in the open, welcoming space. Peaceful atmosphere suits both gatherings and solitude.

Dogs can run around freely but must stay on leash. Many people ignore the leash rule, so expect some off-leash dogs. The space feels open and welcoming for dogs.

People are saying

"It's a perfect spot for a picnic with beautiful groves and open fields."

"Most of the preserve was accessible, with paved paths on the east side."

"It's a beautiful, well-maintained place for a walk."

Good to know

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Parking is available at the Camp Alphonse lot, but there are no public restrooms.

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Dogs are allowed on leash only, though many visitors ignore this rule.

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Expect to see a variety of wildlife, including deer, turtles, and woodpeckers.

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Reservoir Park blends peaceful natural beauty with a busy dog park that welcomes many dogs and owners. Well-maintained paved trails invite walking and biking, while a playground and pavilion offer family-friendly spaces. Wildlife sightings add to the quiet, spacious atmosphere.

A paid dog park with a busy atmosphere and many people walking dogs. Dogs that don't behave well with others can still do fine here.

People are saying

"The parks here have a playground suitable for children."

"I found the Dog Park to be a lovely gem tucked away."

"It's Dog Friendly with plenty of space to walk."

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The park has a big lake suitable for fishing.

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There is ample parking available at the college.

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The park can be crowded after school times.

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