While Wheaton is an inland city, it incorporates and borders several scenic and ecologically significant water features.
* **Herrick Lake**: A central feature of the nearby forest preserve, this lake is popular for recreational kayaking, canoeing, and fishing for bass and bluegill. * **Lincoln Marsh**: A vital local wetland that provides flood control and serves as a habitat for diverse waterfowl, amphibians, and native plant species. * **Spring Brook**: A small creek that winds through the southern portions of the city and its surrounding forest preserves.