Duck Farm

While there are no trails here, the preserve features scenic wetlands, and one of our popular Off-Leash Dog Areas. An annual or daily permit and a dog are required for entry.

Restoration Workdays

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves! Help our natural communities by removing invasive plants and helping native species thrive. No experience necessary. Restoration Workdays occur in dozens of sites around the county, some on weekdays & some on weekends. No commitment required, come to as many workdays as you can.

Upcoming Workdays

Activities

Off-Leash Dog Area
Restoration Workdays

More About This Preserve

The Natural Scene

Duck Farm offers scenic countryside and a safe haven for a variety of waterfowl and wildlife. The preserve features gently sloping topography dotted with dense woodlands and expansive prairies. Slough Lake is tucked within the preserve. A section of the preserve also connects to neighboring Sand Lake.

History

Duck Farm is named for the well-known duck farm that once operated on this property. In 1911, the Weber family started a duck farm at this site. At the height of its operation, more than 50,000 ducks resided on the farm. We acquired the property in 1989.

Location

The parking lot at this site is for Off-Leash Dog Area access only. An annual or daily permit and a dog are required for entry to the Off-Leash Dog Area.