Located in the cities of Independence and Greenfield, this 2,200-acre reserve offers outdoor activities and opportunities for glimpses of wildlife. Its gently rolling Big Woods landscape, with its numerous wetland areas, provides a haven for many species of wildlife.

This park reserve is one of the sites for the trumpeter swan restoration program. Several overlooks along hiking trails provide glimpses of these swans, the world's largest waterfowl.

Except for ice-fishing and snowmobile access, the park is closed between November 1 and March 30.

• Stroll down to Lake Rebecca's shores for close-up views of the trumpeter swans; this park plays an important role in the recovery of the trumpeter swan population.