Hiking

Fabyan Forest Preserve Trail Review: Centennial Garden Trail

All year round, you can catch the beauty of the Fox River from The Fabyan Forest Preserve. This Kane County Forest Preserve in Geneva Illinois also connects directly to The Fox River Bike Trail, making it a great addition to your adventure! The Fabyan Forest Preserve offers several seasonal experiences, including The Japanese Tea Gardens, […]

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Naperville Riverwalk

Naperville Riverwalk Trail Review

For those of you looking for the perfect mix of urban meets nature in the far west suburbs then the Naperville Riverwalk is the place for you. It also remains to embrace its community, as the riverwalk leads to and from the downtown, a community pool, a playground, and much more! Overall Thoughts on Naperville

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Maple Grove Forest Preserve

Maple Grove Forest Preserve

Maple Grove Forest Preserve is a transportation-friendly hike located near the Downers Grove Train Station. It also connects two playgrounds together which can make this hike fun for your littlest adventures! Overall Thoughts on Maple Grove Forest Preserve Difficulty (Lower is Easier) Amenities Transportation & Accessibility: Crowding: Views & Wildlife: Overall Rating: Difficulty Maple Grove

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Red Gate Woods: Chicago Pile-1 Trail Review

If you are looking for a historical trek, then Red Gate Woods should be your next destination. This Cook County Forest Preserve houses the final resting place of Chicago Pile-1, the world’s first-ever nuclear reactor. It first began in the tunnels underneath the University of Chicago football stadium, Chicago Pile 1 was soon relocated to

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Fox River Bluff East: Meadow Trail Review

Fox River Bluff East, Meadow Trail, is a community-driven Forest Preserve. The neighborhood and the park seemed to be almost as one. Several houses butt up to the trail, with their backyards, having pathways leading into the park. The head trail from the parking lot seemed to lack amenities, with no restroom or even a

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