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Recreation

Are you looking for your next outdoor adventure? Explore miles of trails, peaceful picnic spots, kayaking destinations, dog-friendly areas, and enjoy year-round activities designed to help you make the most of nature while enjoying Will County’s incredible preserves.

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Biking

Explore more than 134 miles of trails for biking across forest preserves and regional trails.

a man fishing on a boat

Boating

Enjoy boating opportunities on several lakes and waterways throughout the preserves.

a mug of coffee on a fire

Camping

Five campground locations provide access to fire pits, latrines and water.

a man in a kayak

Canoes and kayaks

Paddle scenic rivers and lakes from 10 different locations.

a dog standing in tall grass

Dog parks

Let dogs run, play and socialize at six off-leash dog parks designed for safe recreation.

a group of people fishing on a bridge

Fishing

Cast a line in ponds, lakes and rivers containing a variety of popular sport fish.

a hand holding a gps device in a forest

Geocaching

Turn your visit into a treasure hunt by finding geocaches at designated locations.

a man and woman walking a dog on a bridge

Hiking and running

Hike or run on trails through a variety of habitats.

a horse standing in a field

Horseback riding

Experience miles of scenic equestrian trails through Will County.

a person's legs in ice skates on snow

Ice skating

Enjoy seasonal outdoor ice skating when winter conditions permit.

a person wearing roller skates

In-line skating

Paved trails provide excellent opportunities for outdoor exercise.

a picnic area with picnic tables and trash cans

Picnicking

Relax and gather with family and friends at picnic areas across the county.

a person skiing in the snow

Skiing

Glide through snowy landscapes on trails ideal for winter exploration.

a woman and a girl on a snow tube

Sledding

Two preserve locations feature sled hills to go zipping down in winter.

a person in orange snowsuit and orange pants snowboarding

Snowshoeing

Discover peaceful winter landscapes on snow-covered trails.

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Recreation

Are you looking for your next outdoor adventure? Explore miles of trails, peaceful picnic spots, kayaking destinations, dog-friendly areas, and enjoy year-round activities designed to help you make the most of nature while enjoying Will County’s incredible preserves.

a man riding a bike on a road

Biking

Explore more than 134 miles of trails for biking across forest preserves and regional trails.

a man fishing on a boat

Boating

Enjoy boating opportunities on several lakes and waterways throughout the preserves.

a mug of coffee on a fire

Camping

Five campground locations provide access to fire pits, latrines and water.

a man in a kayak

Canoes and kayaks

Paddle scenic rivers and lakes from 10 different locations.

a dog standing in tall grass

Dog parks

Let dogs run, play and socialize at six off-leash dog parks designed for safe recreation.

a group of people fishing on a bridge

Fishing

Cast a line in ponds, lakes and rivers containing a variety of popular sport fish.

a hand holding a gps device in a forest

Geocaching

Turn your visit into a treasure hunt by finding geocaches at designated locations.

a man and woman walking a dog on a bridge

Hiking and running

Hike or run on trails through a variety of habitats.

a horse standing in a field

Horseback riding

Experience miles of scenic equestrian trails through Will County.

a person's legs in ice skates on snow

Ice skating

Enjoy seasonal outdoor ice skating when winter conditions permit.

a person wearing roller skates

In-line skating

Paved trails provide excellent opportunities for outdoor exercise.

a picnic area with picnic tables and trash cans

Picnicking

Relax and gather with family and friends at picnic areas across the county.

a person skiing in the snow

Skiing

Glide through snowy landscapes on trails ideal for winter exploration.

a woman and a girl on a snow tube

Sledding

Two preserve locations feature sled hills to go zipping down in winter.

a person in orange snowsuit and orange pants snowboarding

Snowshoeing

Discover peaceful winter landscapes on snow-covered trails.