Lake County Forest Preserves

Highlights

Hike 7 out of 12 designated trails between August 15 and Nov 30. Let your dog join the fun.

Choose from Thunderhawk, Countryside or Brae Loch courses. Make your tee time now.

Dog Permit and Horse Trail Use Permit fee is discounted beginning September 1.

Now hiring.

Mosquito populations are high this summer. Learn how to reduce your exposure.

Learn about our partner nonprofit and how you can contribute.

And on Twitter and flickr. Connect and share with other Forest Preserve fans.

Trail closed at Greenbelt Forest Preserve Starting Tuesday, September 7, a small portion of trail will be temporarily closed for repairs. »

Section of Des Plaines River Trail temporarily closed from Lake Cook Road to Estonian Lane in Lincolnshire for bridge work starting Monday, August 23. »

Congresswoman Bean gets birds-eye view of Spring Bluff Officials view restoration area from 40 feet in the air »