Lambs Woods
Location
Lambs Woods is located on Bruce Road, west of Farrell Road, in Lockport.
Hours
8 a.m.-sunset
Phone
815-727-8700
Lambs Woods in Lockport offers a quiet pocket of forest within an urban setting, providing a place to pause and reconnect with nature close to home. At 75 acres, its small size and wooded character make it ideal for a peaceful escape from surrounding development.
Planning your visit
Lambs Woods is open 8 a.m. to sunset every day of the year except Christmas.
Amenities and activities
Lambs Woods includes a parking lot and a latrine. Visitors can enjoy informal exploration and nature observation within the wooded landscape.
Flora and fauna
Lambs Woods protects forest habitat that supports a variety of woodland plant and animal species adapted to an urban environment.
Preserve history
The preserve was acquired in 1971 and is part of the Des Plaines River preservation system, which protects more than 2,600 acres.
Upcoming events
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'The Stick' Traveling Exhibition by Clay Rice
September 23, 2026 | 10:00 A.M TO 4:00 P.M
This traveling exhibition, developed by South Carolina silhouette artist Clay Rice and the South Carolina State Museum, follows a young boy who embarks on an exciting journey after finding a stick.
Trail Hoppers
September 24, 2026 | 4:00 P.M TO 6:00 P.M
Log some miles walking through the prairie as grasshoppers bounce out of our way.
Trail Club: September at Hadley Valley
September 24, 2026 | 5:00 P.M TO 6:00 P.M
Trail Club is back this fall, and in September the group will meet at 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Hadley Valley.
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‘Enthusiasm and confidence’: Four Rivers interpreter wins regional award
September 18, 2026 | Programs and events
Outstanding New Interpreter Award honors Lyons’ creativity, passion and growing expertise
Fall volunteer mornings offer hands-on habitat work across Will County
September 18, 2026 | Volunteering
October through December opportunities include seed collection and brush control.
Wild Relatives: The axolotl
September 18, 2026 | Nature and wildlife
This unique-looking salamander species never grows up.
Frequently asked questions
There are many opportunities to volunteer with us. Visit the volunteer information page for more information.
Call 911 in an emergency. Non-emergency safety concerns should be directed to the Laraway Communications Center dispatch at 815-727-6191 (option 9) to have a Forest Preserve District officer dispatched. Non-emergency and past concerns can also be reported to the District's police department by calling 815-727-8700 or through the online form.
Visit the Frequently Asked Questions: Concealed Carry page for information about firearms in the District's forest preserves and visitor centers.