Plainfield, IL – The Forest Preserve District of Will County has announced the acquisition of a 40-acre parcel located north of 127th Street, on the west side of the DuPage River in Plainfield.
According to district officials, the newly acquired land—once zoned agricultural—will serve as an expansion to the existing Riverview Farmstead Preserve, improving river management and opening opportunities for future trail connections along the DuPage River Trail.
The new property, marked in red on the district’s official map, borders the current preserve area in green and will act as a buffer to protect sensitive natural areas. Officials said the expansion supports long-term conservation goals and enhances public access for recreation and wildlife preservation.
Eaton Preserve, another major Will County site, is located farther south near 135th Street in unincorporated Wheatland Township.
The Forest Preserve District noted that this addition reflects ongoing investment in local green spaces, emphasizing nature protection and community recreation in one of the county’s fastest-growing regions.
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