Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve is located at 3300 N. Headley Road.
Find Griffy Lake Nature Preserve
Griffy Lake has been almost entirely drained in preparation for repair work on the dam. This photo was taken September 6, 2012 from Headley Road, next to the boathouse.
Nature Programs at Griffy Lake
- Summer Mushrooms on Saturday, June 15
- Fossil Explorers on Wednesday, July 31
Griffy Lake Boathouse Hours
The Griffy Lake boathouse and restrooms are closed.
Hiking at Griffy Lake - Download the map of Griffy Lake hiking trails. (PDF 2.21 MB)
Scenic woodlands teem with wild flora and fauna in this 1,179 acre nature preserve. Swimming is prohibited and to protect wildlife, all dogs must remain leashed while in the preserve.
Hiking trail: Wetlands Trail (.3 mi., non-loop), Nature Trail (.4 mi., loop), Griffy Creek Trail (.5 mi., non-loop), Hiking Trail (1.6 mi., loop). All trail surfaces are wood chip and/or dirt. Trail guides are available at the Bloomington Parks and Recreation office and the Griffy Lake boathouse. Please remain on marked trails. Dogs must remain leashed at all times. Mountain biking, horseback riding and off-road vheicles are prohibited.
Griffy Lake Amenities
Parking Areas: 65 spaces at Boathouse
Restrooms: Next to boathouse
Also: Four picnic tables by the boathouse
History
Griffy Lake Nature Preserve was acquired through 45 different land acquisitions between 1922 and 2002. Griffy Woods Nature Preserve was dedicated in 1991.
Griffy Lake Master Plan
View the Griffy Lake Master Plan. (PDF 16.28 MB)
For more information about the updated Griffy Lake Master Plan, contact Steve Cotter, Natural Resources Manager, at 349-3736.