John F. Kennedy Memorial Forest

About as close to a forest oasis you are going to get within city limits. We were here in the winter so the pictures are not doing it justice. Some parts are deep enough in the woods where you don't see cars or building anymore. Combination of concrete, gravel, and dirt paths throughout. Trails are kind of a cluster that go off in crazy directions without a real loop. If you do the actual quasi loop I thinks it's barely a mile.

Love this quiet area in the middle of the city. Nice to see deer and other wildlife still living in the park, too, with it being surrounded by the hustle and bustle.

Great place to hike and meditate. Tranquility and Peace are abundant in this hidden gem in the heart of our urban forest.

Hidden gem in Forest Park. Trails are rarely crowded, and the ecological restoration has produced wonderful results. The wooded areas are full of native wildflowers in spring, and the savanna areas are full of native flowers in summer. Urban oasis of wildlife.

Beautiful scenery in a city that's been run down by our terrible economy and tyrants... I highly recommend this park and forest if you need some quiet time and peace in your life.