The main purpose of this park is to provide a space for outdoor recreation and environmental education, with a focus on getting youth active outdoors through augmented reality gaming.
Visitors can expect to find a range of amenities, including lighted tennis courts, a handball/racquetball court structure, two playgrounds, two baseball diamonds, and two restrooms. Additionally, the park features a small meeting room and staff office.
The DeForest Nature Trail is a 34.91-acre area that has been restored as a natural wetland habitat, while retaining its flood control function. Visitors can expect to see freshwater wetlands, wildlife habitat, recreational trails, native plants, and interpretive signage.
Visitors can download the Agents of Discovery app to play educational missions, including the DeForest Wetlands mission and the Smokey the Bear 3.0 mission, which teaches kids about fire prevention and the dangers of forest fires.
Visitors can enjoy a range of passive recreational activities, including bird watching, walking, horseback riding, and educational tours and programs.