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General Information
Within the Forest Preserve District of Cook County’s 68,000 acres visitors will find a wealth of opportunity for outdoor recreation and pleasure. Six nature and educational centers, nine bike trails, 200 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing, hundreds of picnic groves, 30 fishing ponds and lakes, access to fishing and canoeing on rivers and streams, golf courses, swimming pools, model airplane flying fields, dog training areas, toboggan slides, a cross-country ski center, and other winter sports areas are among the facilities provided. Woodlands, prairies, and marshes, including 4,400 acres dedicated Illinois Nature Preserve, are habitat for birds and other wildlife, where hikers may see wildflowers, fall colors and many more delights of nature.
We ask that you help keep your preserves safe, clean and enjoyable for everyone. Please remember:
General Rules
- Preserves, including fishing lakes, are open dawn to dusk.
- Golf course hours are 6am to 8pm.
- Illinois fishing regulations, including license requirements, apply.
- For the safety of others and protection of wildlife, please keep dogs leashed.
- Picnic permits are required for groups of 25 or more.
- Picnics of less than 25 people must respect the reservations of those holding permits.
Bicycle Rules
- Ride single file, on the right side of the trail.
- Trails are designed for moderate recreational speeds — speed training is not permitted.
- Give warning before passing other trail users.
- Obey all stop and other directional signs.
- Bicycling groups of 25 or more must obtain a special activity permit.
Equestrian Rules
- Riders must have a license; horses must be licensed and wear a numbered tag.
- Stay on established trails.
- Ride slowly and keep to the right when meeting other trail users.
- Racing and wild riding are not allowed; permitted gaits are walk, trot and canter.
- Horses must be kept under control at all times.
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