Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve
The 757 acre Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve is situated in the heart of a rapidly developing critical growth band of townships located in central Kane County. Across the gently rolling… more
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve
This interesting forest preserve complex, located at a crook in the Fox River, is many things to many different people. There is a woodland for hiking and bird watching, shoreline… more
Disc Golf at Rolling Knolls Forest Preserve
Converted from a former country club golf course, this 18-hole disc golf course features rolling terrain and a mix tree cover and open areas. Holes: 18 Par: 59 Length: 6195 – 6557 ft (depending… more
Bluff Spring Fen
A lush valley of emerald green, Bluff Spring Fen is a rare gem, a mix of prairie, woodlands, ponds, streams and wetlands—including the rare ecosystem that gives the site its… more
Hampshire Forest Preserve
Hampshire Forest Preserve has been a natural playground and picnic spot for area children and adults throughout the years. Trails for hiking and learning to recognize a wide variety of… more
Bowes Creek Greenway Forest Preserve
This property is the creek corridor/greenway, wetlands and woodlands near Bowes Creek Country Club. Habitat restoration is underway on this property. Amenities: Biking and Nature Trails – .46 Total… more
Bowes Creek Wood Forest Preserve
Located just west of Elgin, Bowes Creek Woods Forest Preserve is named for the creek that winds its way through the rolling terrain before heading to the Fox River. The… more
Brunner Family Forest Preserve
Brunner Family Forest Preserve features woodlands and wetlands along a 3.5-mile stretch of the Fox River. Preserve amenities include a picnic shelter, water pump, information kiosk, fishing access, interpretive signs,… more
Burnidge Forest Preserve
Beautiful vistas and rolling terrain are the outstanding features of Burnidge Forest Preserve, one of the largest preserves in the District. There are several different plant communities and soil types… more
Cardinal Creek Forest Preserve
Cardinal Creek Forest Preserve was named by school children in a contest organized by the Forest Preserve District. An intermittent tributary of Burlington Creek meanders through the northeastern portion of… more
Eagles Forest Preserve
Eagles Forest Preserve is a quiet green island within the city limits of suburban Elgin. Eagles is home to Tyler creek as well as terrace floodplains grading into oak-hickory woods…. more
Binnie Forest Preserve
The wetland pockets here form the headwaters of the Kishwaukee River, which flows from the northern border of Binnie Forest Preserve. Visitors enjoy bird watching and wildlife observation from a… more
Fox River Shores Forest Preserve
Lush riverside nature preserve featuring a boat launch, bike trail & a picnic shelter.
Forest Preserve District of Kane County
Our goal is to preserve and restore the nature of Kane County, Illinois. Nature is our business.