This grassland spot has a paved trail that runs the length of its west and south side, with a two track through the middle and mowed trails around the east and north edge.  The northwest corner is excellent for displaying American Woodcock in spring and the trail through the interior is good for Grasshopper and Henslow's Sparrow.

American Woodcock, Henslow's Sparrow, Grasshopper Sparrow, Bell's Vireo, Willow Flycatcher.  Occasionally Blue Grosbeak, Yellow-breasted Chat, Northern Shrike.

Important Bird Area.

From Highway 415 on the east side of Saylorville, take NW 90th Place west.  There are two parking areas that provide access to the trails.  

Saylorville Reservoir is an extremely important stopover area for migrating waterfowl, gulls, terns, American White Pelicans, shorebirds, and other waterbirds. It supports nationally important concentrations of several species as well as smaller concentrations of many other species. The adjacent uplands support a variety of woodland species, both during the nesting season and in migration.

Saylorville Reservoir is located on the Des Moines River about 4 miles north of Interstate 80/35 north of Des Moines. Land on both sides of the reservoir is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and includes several access points on both sides of the lake. County owned Jester Park on the west shore of the northern part of the reservoir also offers good access to some important birding areas. Big Creek State Park and adjacent state wildlife areas provide important upland habitat.