Without Limits: Adventure for All
Miller Meadow-South • Cook County, IL 60130 (near Forest Park)Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families can explore nature through adaptive cycling and rock wall climbing. In […]
Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families can explore nature through adaptive cycling and rock wall climbing. In […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
In partnership with the Village of Palos Park, this 5k/10k trail race takes you through the forest preserves.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Rustle through the fallen leaves on a guided 1-mile fitness walk.
Join us for a fast paced 3-mile hike through all three of Crabtree’s habitats. Ages 18 & up.
Families, drop in and challenge yourself by climbing to the top of Swallow Cliff stairs. Then, try the story trail, […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails at Trailside. Ages 18 […]
Take steps towards your health goals during this light, 1-mile nature walk.
Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Ages 12 & up. Weather dependent.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Walk with us on a short, 1.7-mile looped and paved trail with resting points throughout. Walk designed for people using […]
Will Sagawau Sam see his shadow on the ski trails this year? Ski by our outdoor exhibit to learn about […]
See what makes Crabtree special on a 3-mile hike before the big game.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Ski with wood skis and wool knickers to win a prize. Test your knowledge of the Birkebeiner Ski Race, answer […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Explore the wonders of nature with fellow seniors!
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Get active outdoors with Gigi’s Fitness at Flatfoot Lake.
Get active outdoors with Gigi’s Fitness at Flatfoot Lake.
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
Events Guide (PDF)Get free transportation to the Forest Preserves for your group.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.