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Kankakee River State Park
State park
4,000 acres along 11 miles of river for year-round outdoor sporting & recreation plus horse stables.
4.70 (1.7K reviews)
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Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve
Nature preserve
ππ We walked along beautifully maintained trails that varied between pavement, gravel and dirt trails. This is a perfect place if you need flat wide trails. Handicap are welcome here. There are picnic tables set up for wheelchair access. We did not see a speck of garbage anywhere!! The out houses...
4.80 (518 reviews)
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Four Rivers Environmental Education Center
Nature preserve
ππ This time of year, October, is a great time to go and observe the birds who are migrating through on their way to the South. The confluence of the two rivers makes it a wonderful resting and feeding area. This area is so well-maintained and it was a beautiful day! We saw beautiful white swans and a...
4.90 (197 reviews)
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Hickory Creek Preserve
Nature preserve
Beyond its grassy expanses, this charming preserve features scenic hikes & ski trails.
4.60 (458 reviews)
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Lake Chaminwood Preserve
Park
ππ I was just driving by and found this park by coincidence. Watching the sunrise here could be some of the most relaxing moments.
4.60 (266 reviews)
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Plum Creek Nature Center
Nature preserve
ππ Fun and informative nature center. Great place for bird lovers and anyone wanting to take a nice stroll in nature. Family friendly.
4.70 (168 reviews)
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Naperbrook Golf Course
Golf course
Links-style public golf course offering indoor/outdoor lessons, a driving range, a shop & a bar.
4.50 (267 reviews)
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Mather Woods
Park
A 67-acre forest park with 2 miles of trails, picnic shelters & river access.
4.60 (175 reviews)
10
Van Horn Woods
Park
Natural park on a creek offering a bike & dog park, playground, soccer fields & winter ice skating.
4.40 (330 reviews)
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Lower Rock Run Preserve - I&M Canal Access
Park
ππ Great trails! One trail, the crushed limestone trail, leads to a lookout. Very short walk but it was so pretty and serene. And the lookout was adorable. The other trail was paved. Parking and restroom available on site. The picnic area looks very nice and open! I really liked this spot.
4.70 (121 reviews)
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Big Run Wolf Ranch
Wildlife refuge
ππ My son is in love with Wolves if we could go every day he would make me, itβs smaller then I thought it would be but you can tell the animals are loved and taken care of. Itβs great if you have a child with special needs that has sensory issues as itβs not over stimulating and you can arrange small...
4.30 (456 reviews)
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Trantina Farms Dog Park
Dog park
π I brought my dog here in hopes of finally having somewhere to bring him to run around. He is a 25 pound terrier mix and when I arrived people had their German shepherdβs in the small dog area. My dog doesnβt like to play with big dogs and people have a hard time following the rules for some reason....
4.60 (136 reviews)
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Clow Stephens Park
Park
π Giant park, with two playgrounds, giant soccer field, and separated dog parks by size - 30lbs over and under. They did not bag any off the grass at the dog park, there is no place to sit down, nor is there any shade. No water fountains around either. Make sure to bring your own water, chair, and um...
4.60 (121 reviews)
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Hickory Creek Preserve - Hickory Creek Junction
Nature preserve
ππ Paved/stroller friendly trail. Beautiful scenery. A lot of parking at this entrance. The bridge can be accessed from this entrance as well. Restroom at the further parking lot along with picnic tables under a pavilion.
4.70 (93 reviews)
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Eaton Preserve
Park
ππ Very beautiful views of the lake. Prepare to be exposed to the sun though, the path is open with little shading. Overall a great place to workout our just enjoy being in nature.
4.50 (139 reviews)
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McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove
Park
ππ Love this spot. It has a lot going on, the giant river and smaller canal. Lots of wild life and a great elevation change. The I&M Canal trail leads right through it.
4.80 (79 reviews)
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Round Barn Farm Park
Park
ππ One of my all time favorite barns. So happy it is being allowed to live out its existence at a park open to everyone. I hope they plan on preserving this beautiful piece of Americana for future generations to enjoy.
Swing sets and playground equipment on site. Picnic area with tables. Even has...
4.60 (95 reviews)