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Parks & Nature

Our trails provide some of the best hiking, biking, fishing, and birding in the region, while individual parks like Phillips Park, Dick Young Forest Preserve, Red Oak Nature Center, Fermilab, and Silver Springs State Park offer nature-lovers exquisite scenery for outdoor activities.


Aurora Barnstormers R/C Club Aurora Barnstormers R/C Club
Based in Aurora, Illinois, on scenic acres of Kane County Forest Preserve land at Aurora West Forest Preserve, The Aurora Barnstormers R/C Club is a d...View Details
Aurora Riverfront Aurora Riverfront
Downtown Aurora is packed with outdoor adventures, most of them free and family-friendly, with easy access to paved trails, canoe shoots, and outfitte...View Details
Aurora West Forest Preserve Aurora West Forest Preserve
As an ecological mosaic of prairie, marsh, and woodland communities, this 715-acre preserve supports a host of native animals. A multi-purpose trail t...View Details
Batavia Riverwalk Batavia Riverwalk
As the centerpiece of downtown Batavia, the Riverwalk extends along the Depot Pond and Fox River to a north point pavilion, where grand views of the F...View Details
Beecher Community Center and Park Beecher Community Center and Park
The park is over 22 acres and is the location of several baseball fields and a playground. There is walkway around the play area, beautiful shade tree...View Details
Bicentennial Riverfront Park Bicentennial Riverfront Park
The centerpiece of Downtown Yorkville with views of the Marge Cline Whitewater Course and street-side shopping and dining, Bicentennial Riverfront Par...View Details
Big Rock Forest Preserve Big Rock Forest Preserve
Mature woodlands, high-quality marshes, tallgrass prairie, clear-running creeks and a 65-foot deep lake are just some of the highlights of Big Rock Fo...View Details
Big Rock Park District Community Park Big Rock Park District Community Park
Come see this beautiful park with a 1/2 mile walking trail. Play in the playground or enjoy a picnic in the serene atmosphere!...View Details
Blackberry Farm Blackberry Farm
Nestled on 54 scenic acres, Blackberry Farm is a family-friendly destination that features unique play areas for all ages, live animals, amusement rid...View Details
Bliss Woods Forest Preserve Bliss Woods Forest Preserve
Bliss Woods Forest Preserve has long been a favorite preserve in the south part of Kane County. At this special preserve, visitors can see a unique an...View Details
Charles E. Hoscheit Park Charles E. Hoscheit Park
Also known as: Waubonsie Creek Park & baseball field. This lighted facility has 2 baseball fields and parking for approximately 250. For permittin...View Details
Clark Island Recreation Area Clark Island Recreation Area
Baseball field, BMX skate park, canoe launch, ADA accessible fishing station, limestone shelter and wetland enhancements....View Details
Coach Wilbert Walters Park (May Street) Coach Wilbert Walters Park (May Street)
1/2 block south of Illinois Avenue, between Highland Avenue and May Street. • 5 acres, • 4 informal ball fields, • Sand volleyball cour...View Details
Cool Acres Park Cool Acres Park
Cool Acres – the District’s premiere shelter – is located along the beautiful Fox River on Route 25. This large structure with moder...View Details
Dick Young Forest Preserve Dick Young Forest Preserve
Dick Young Forest Preserve comprises some 178 acres of the region’s greatest wetlands, woodlands and prairie, creating a setting that supports a...View Details
Downtown Batavia Downtown Batavia
Batavia MainStreet's vision is to help create a unique and vital downtown that embraces history, celebrates the art, preserves the natural environ...View Details
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Park Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Park
20 acres. Shelters. Basketball courts. Site of the annual Juneteenth celebration. Contact the Fox Valley Park District to reserve....View Details
Edith Farnsworth House Edith Farnsworth House
Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, one of the most influential modernist architects of the 20th century, the glass-walled Edith Farnsworth House ha...View Details
Fermilab Natural Areas Fermilab Natural Areas
An environmental science program operating exclusively within the boundaries of Fermilab. Their mission is to restore, manage, and conserve Fermilab&#...View Details
Fidler Farm Park Fidler Farm Park
28 acres, barn, playground, picnic shelter, bike trail, fishing lake. Also the site of summer plays. Contact the Batavia Park District for more info....View Details
Fox Valley Bike Share - Batavia Depot Museum Fox Valley Bike Share - Batavia Depot Museum
Take advantage of the crisp fall air and try the City of Batavia's new bike share program. Debuting in September, the Fox Valley Bike Share w...View Details
Fox Valley Bike Share - Montgomery Village Hall Fox Valley Bike Share - Montgomery Village Hall
The Fox Valley Bike Share Program utilizes a system that allows community members to rent bikes for local transportation needs. Bike rental locations ...View Details
Fox Valley Bike Share - RiverEdge Park Fox Valley Bike Share - RiverEdge Park
To create a more bike-friendly downtown, in July 2020, the City of Aurora partnered with Koloni to launch its new Fox Valley Bike Share prog...View Details
Fox Valley Bike Share - Santori Public Library Aurora Fox Valley Bike Share - Santori Public Library Aurora
To create a more bike-friendly downtown, in July 2020, the City of Aurora partnered with Koloni to launch its new Fox Valley Bike Share prog...View Details
Garfield Park Garfield Park
Garfield Park is located on 28 acres at Church and Sheffer Roads. Amenities include two Little League fields (Dolan & Andrews), horseshoe courts, a ro...View Details
Hall Quarry Beach Hall Quarry Beach
Zero-depth sand beach, two islands, youth water slide, drop slide and diving tower with two- and four-meter platforms. Kid tested and family approved....View Details
Hannaford Woods - Nickels Farm Forest Preserve Hannaford Woods - Nickels Farm Forest Preserve
Hannaford Woods is considered as part of Bliss Woods-Waubonsee College, open space assemblage lying just west of Aurora's expanding boundaries and...View Details
Harris Forest Preserve Harris Forest Preserve
Harris is one of Kendall County’s most popular preserves. Harboring seven picnic shelters, a lake, horse arena, baseball diamond and sled hill, ...View Details
Hoover Forest Preserve & Rentals Hoover Forest Preserve & Rentals
At just under 400 acres, located west of Yorkville and stretching for nearly a mile along the Fox River the 5.5 mile upgraded trail system leads visit...View Details
Hudson Crossing Park Hudson Crossing Park
Enjoy this scenic park, beautifully situated on the Fox River. This green space has sheltered picnic areas, a playground, a sandbox, sculptures a...View Details
Hupp Skate Park Hupp Skate Park
The Fox Valley Park District skate parks are environments built for skateboarding, roller skating and biking. The quarter pipes, handrails, ramps and ...View Details
Jericho Lake Disc Golf Course Jericho Lake Disc Golf Course
Home of the Fox Valley Metro Disc Golf Club. ...View Details
Les Arends Forest Preserve Les Arends Forest Preserve
This small preserve in Batavia has a special focus on the river and the Fox River Trail. It is located on the river just below an old broken dam, whic...View Details
Lippold Park Lippold Park
A 30-acre natural area tucked between the Fox River and Route 25, just north of Red Oak Nature Center – is being developed in phases as an ...View Details
Maramech Forest Preserve Maramech Forest Preserve
86-acre preserve of northern flatlands with diverse native flora and unique vegetation....View Details
Marge Cline Whitewater Course Marge Cline Whitewater Course
The paddling community is all abuzz about the Marge Cline Whitewater Course. This new, state of Illinois recreational facility is centrally located in...View Details
McCarty Park McCarty Park
Aurora’s first park recently underwent a $700,000 renovation and now features an interactive fountain & splash pad in which to cool off in t...View Details
McCullough Park McCullough Park
Located at the corner of North Lake Street and Illinois Avenue, beside Prisco Community Center. Fox River Trail passes through it and it is also the l...View Details
Montgomery Park Montgomery Park
Montgomery Park is located in downtown Montgomery and has a playground and picnic area with a pavillion. It is also the setting of free summer co...View Details
Oakhurst Forest Preserve, Oakhurst Trail & Patterson Lake Oakhurst Forest Preserve, Oakhurst Trail & Patterson Lake
Explore the acres of woods and lakes, with scenic trails, shelters and beautiful views of Aurora and surrounding areas. Premier example of environment...View Details
Peg Bond Center Performing Arts Pavillion Peg Bond Center Performing Arts Pavillion
Home of the River Rhapsody Concert Series and a variety of other events....View Details
Phillips Park Phillips Park
Located on over 325 acres, popular attractions include the Mastodon Visitors Center, the gorgeous Sunken Garden, an 18-hole golf course/driving range,...View Details
Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center
Co-owned with the City of Aurora this family-friendly aquatic center features zero depth entry leisure pool, two drop-off slides, twisting enclosed bo...View Details
Pioneer Park Pioneer Park
Pioneer Park is located on Route 30 at the far west end of the village, adjacent to the Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School is a nostalgic villag...View Details
Plowman's Park Plowman's Park
Rural park with buildings and mini train track. Location of the annual Big Rock Plowing Match. Photo credit: Joshua Schultz....View Details
Prairie Point Community Park Prairie Point Community Park
Park features over 66 acres for soccer, football, basketball, lighted softball/baseball fields, sand volleyball, skate park, shelter, walking trail, s...View Details
PrairieFest Park PrairieFest Park
Home to the PrairieFest annual festival, this 29-acre park offers soccer fields and open green space....View Details
Raging Waves Waterpark Raging Waves Waterpark
At Raging Waves, you'll find 58 acres of family-friendly water attractions. With 32 different waterslides, experience gravity-defying thrills on r...View Details
Red Oak Nature Center Red Oak Nature Center
Nestled on the east bank of the Fox River, the Red Oak Nature Center (On Route 25, one mile north of Route 56 • 630-897-1808) is surrounded by 40...View Details
Richard Young Forest Preserve Richard Young Forest Preserve
Richard Young Forest Preserve and the adjacent Lyon Forest Preserve protect 177 acres of open space, and 2.88 miles of trails. The shelter at Richard ...View Details
Riemenschneider Fire and Spray Park Riemenschneider Fire and Spray Park
It's time to SPLASH and have a BLAST this Summer! Yorkville's water spray park is open from 10 am - 7 pm Memorial Day to Labor Day (weather pe...View Details
RiverEdge Park RiverEdge Park
RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway St., in downtown Aurora, Illinois, is an idyllic outdoor summer concert venue, serving up live music, delicious festiv...View Details
Riverfront Park Riverfront Park
Enjoy a free live, evening concert while relaxing by North Aurora's beautiful Riverfront Park. Bring your lawn chair, blanket and picnic basket or...View Details
Saw Wee Kee Park Saw Wee Kee Park
Riverside wildlife park with water activities and multi-use trails for BMX and mountain biking, horseback riding, hiking and more. If mountain bi...View Details
Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
A pool of clear bubbling water sparkles like silver at Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area, the host location each year for Northern Illinois ...View Details
Solfisburg Park Solfisburg Park
Solfisburg Park, at Ohio Street and Indian Avenue, provides one Little League field (Frett), one Pony League field (Lancaster) and one Legion League f...View Details
Splash Country Water Park Splash Country Water Park
Spend a fun-filled day at Splash Country Water Park. This deluxe water park features six-lane zero-depth pool with children’s play features, the...View Details
Steven G. Bridge Park Steven G. Bridge Park
3 lit baseball diamonds with clay infields -up to 90’ bases. Concession stand, bathrooms, shelter and picnic area. Parking for 150 cars....View Details
Stuart Sports Complex Stuart Sports Complex
As one of the largest sports complexes in the Midwest Stuart Sports Complex is a premier location for hosting local regional and national tournaments....View Details
Subat Forest Preserve Subat Forest Preserve
Subat is a 71-acre preserve located 4845 Eldamain Road, Plano, south of Route 34. A picnic shelter, trails and an overlook deck allow the visitor to e...View Details
Veterans Memorial Island Park Veterans Memorial Island Park
Remember the Veterans at this beautiful scenic island overlooking the majestic Fox River....View Details
Veterans Memorial Walk Veterans Memorial Walk
It’s a humbling experience to take the Veterans Memorial Walk in downtown Oswego. The Walk stretches from just outside the downtown Oswego Publi...View Details
Volunteer Park Volunteer Park
Three baseball fields, paved pathway and native plantings. Location of the annual Sugar Grove Corn Boil festival and fireworks. ...View Details
Waubonsie Lake Park & Trail Waubonsie Lake Park & Trail
Waubonsie Lake Park is an outdoor gem. A winding paved trail encircles a beautiful lake. Amenities include modern pavilion, playground, trails, restro...View Details
West Main Community Park West Main Community Park
58 acres with baseball and softball fields, two basketball courts, hiking or running trails, roller hockey court and 100-car parking lot....View Details
Wilbert Walters Park Wilbert Walters Park
1/2 block south of Illinois Avenue, between Highland Avenue and May Street. • 5 acres, • 4 informal ball fields, • Sand volleyball court, • Bas...View Details
Wilder Park Wilder Park
In 1839, this land was donated to the Town of West Aurora by Roswell Wilder, a well-known hotel-keeper for the “town square.” Roswell and ...View Details


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