Grant Woods Forest Preserve

Grant Woods Forest Preserve in Lake Villa, IL offers a serene escape into nature with its 1,226 acres of open prairies, woodlands, and marshes teeming with wildlife. Visitors can explore six miles of gravel trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing, as well as enjoy activities such as canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and snowmobiling.

This scenic preserve features a diverse landscape including protected Illinois Nature Preserve areas rich in rare native plants, a tamarack bog, and abundant wildlife sightings such as deer, hawks, and bluebirds. With amenities like picnic shelters, drinking water, and public parking, Grant Woods provides a peaceful retreat for outdoor enthusiasts to connect with nature year-round.

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