Calvary Acres

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Calvary Acres is a nature reserve located in Woodstock, Illinois.


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The reserve spans over 400 acres of land that is home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, and walking trails that wind through the reserve and explore the diverse plant and animal life.

One of the main attractions in Calvary Acres is the McCullom Lake, which offers a scenic view of the surrounding landscape. The lake is also a popular spot for fishing and boating. The reserve also features a number of picnic areas, playgrounds, and camping sites.

Visitors to Calvary Acres can witness a variety of wildlife such as deer, bald eagles, and wild turkeys. The reserve is also home to a number of rare plant species, including the Illinois endangered plant species such as the Kankakee mallow and the white lady’s-slipper orchid.

The best time to visit Calvary Acres is during the spring and summer months when the weather is pleasant and the flora and fauna are at their peak. The reserve is open year-round, however, visitors should dress appropriately during the winter months when the terrain can be icy and dangerous.

In conclusion, Calvary Acres is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its stunning scenery, diverse wildlife, and numerous recreational opportunities, it offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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