Best places: Nature preserves in Maine Township, United States

Protected prairie grove at the former home of famed horticulturist & educator, Dr. John Kennicott.

Fishing for bass & catfish, plus walking trails, picnic areas & roaming deer in protected woodland.

Forest preserve with prairie & groves offering hiking & biking paths plus scattered picnic tables.

Wooded park bisected by the Chicago River, with paved & unpaved trails, picnic areas & wildlife.

Scenic nature preserve offering wooded jogging, biking & equestrian trails, plus picnic areas.

Indoor nature center featuring interactive exhibits, classrooms, a playground, a garden & more.

👍👍 Saw 3 different groups of deer, total of 12 in one 1 hour long visit. Very friendly deer too! Tons of parking there, lots of space, little ponds, a couple of hills for mountain biking, the south side has some really nice trails in the forest, there is even a remote control airplane field there. Very...

This expansive tract features a variety of nature habitats, plus areas for picnicking & hiking.

One of many forest preserves within Cook County featuring a canoe launch & hiking & biking trails.

113 acres of restored woodlands & prairies, featuring a 1.5-mile paved path for biking & walking.

Wooded riverside park featuring walking/jogging trails & a picnic shelter in a clearing.

Picturesque park offering wooded paths, a stream, picnic tables & a modest nature center.

👍👍 Fantastic little hideaway. Lovely well care for rescued animals in nice habitats. Inside is great to see turtles, snakes and more as well as a nice children's play area and small animal displays. Understandably it is currently closed up due to covid-19. The trails are friendly enough for a gentle no...

Forested area with 2 picnic sites & several trails for hiking, biking & cross-country skiing.

Wooded riverside park with trail access for hiking, cycling, cross-country skiing & dog walking.

Wooded park featuring rental bikes & paved trails, plus picnic areas & large open spaces.

Peaceful, leafy nature preserve along a river, with unpaved walking trails & local wildlife.

👍👍 My favorite forest walking experience. Easy and short trail loops mostly in an hour long. Four seasons give distinctive scenic views and wildlife. Highly recommended for families. Closed between sunset and sunrise.

Forested preserve featuring hiking & biking trails, birding & nature observation in a spacious area.

👍👍 It was beautiful! I seen a lot of wildlife it was fun to watch the different kind of birds then the deer were neat to watch them eat the plant life around them.