Outdoor Block Party
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473In partnership with the Hip-Hop Olympics, enjoy music, nature play, games, walks, artmaking projects and more.
In partnership with the Hip-Hop Olympics, enjoy music, nature play, games, walks, artmaking projects and more.
Looking to start your Mother's Day with fresh air and beautiful spring scenery? Join this self-paced Mother's Day 1 mile […]
Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! Race begins at Oak Springs Road in Libertyville and […]
Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families can explore nature through adaptive cycling, rock wall climbing and archery. […]
Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 7 miles.
Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 3.4 miles.
Come out and celebrate Juneteenth with the Forest Preserves of Cook County on the Major Taylor Trail! This will be […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Come out and bring your best skating skills and routines, or just roll along to the music. We welcome you […]
Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 3 miles.
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 8 miles.
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.