Buffalo Trace

Adjacent to our neighborhood, Buffalo Trace features restored tallgrass prairie with winding walking paths — a quiet place to explore native landscapes, spot wildlife, and enjoy seasonal color.

Overview

Buffalo Trace is part of the Champaign County Forest Preserve District. Trails highlight the prairie ecosystem and are ideal for walking, running, photography, and nature observation.

Tallgrass prairie trail with native grasses

Open prairie with wildflowers along the path

What You’ll Find

Miles of soft-surface trails
Native prairie grasses and wildflowers
Wildlife viewing opportunities
Connections to nearby neighborhoods and parkland