Plants such as the northern bog violet, short green milkweed, prairie star sedge, prairie buttercup, swamp thistle and prairie Indian plantain help give this area a high ecological rating, while the more common sunflowers, milkweed and wild black cherry can also be seen.

In addition, 274 native plant species, 13 of which are rare, thrive in this environment. Pleasant Valley is also home to a variety animal species, including hawks, turtles, salamanders, fox, deer and numerous warblers. This special combination of habitats creates one of the most biologically diverse, stunningly beautiful, and locally accessible sites in the county. Within its borders exist a high-quality oak savanna, a grade ‘A’ stream, a never before plowed wetland and an impressive prairie ecosystem. Pleasant Valley expands 2,080 acres and is a mosaic of natural areas. In addition to viewing native wildlife and plants, visitors can explore over five miles of hiking and nature trails, gather at the natural amphitheater, go fishing at the small two-acre pond, reserve one of the two picnic shelters for a larger group gathering, and even cross-country ski the solar lit trail in the winter. Open Daily Sunrise to Sunset (Some sites are subject to Seasonal Closures or closures due to special circumstances).ġ3315 Pleasant Valley Road, Woodstock Trail Map

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