Highland Recreation Area encompasses 5,903 acres of forest, marshes, and lakes. The "Dodge 10 Unit," located off Pettibone Lake Road at the western end of the park, provides a quiet setting for many activities. A picnic shelter is available for rent between April 1 and October 15.

Teeple Lake, with its clear water and surrounding wooded hills, is located in the southeastern section of the park. It has a swimming beach, a modern toilet building, horseshoe courts, a volleyball net, a picnic area with grills, picnic shelters for rent, and a boat launch.

Goose Meadow, adjacent to Haven Hill, has the following: nature trails, picnic areas with grills, a picnic shelter for rent, horseshoe court, and a ball diamond.

Highland Recreation Area offers about 17 miles of hiking and cross country ski trails, more than 8 miles of mountain bike trails, 16 miles of bridle trails, and a horse staging area.

• Boat across peaceful Teeple Lake and relax amid its clear waters and surrounding wooded hills.
• Horseback ride along the park's 16 miles of bridle trails, which wind through wooded hills and marshes.