The former farm fields at Hildacy have been converted to meadows dominated by native grasses such as big and little bluestem, Indian-grass, and switchgrass. Native grass meadows provide valuable habitat for many bird species that are in decline across their ranges. Eastern Bluebirds, American Kestrels, Indigo Buntings, and Red-shouldered Hawks have all nested at Hildacy in recent years.
parking
There are two paved parking lots at the main entrance with a total of 50 spots. Hildacy Preserve is home to Natural Lands’ main office and parking will be more limited during business hours.