Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve

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35W003 IL Route 31
South Elgin, IL 60177

Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve, nestled along the Fox River in South Elgin, IL, offers a unique blend of outdoor recreational opportunities for all visitors. The preserve features wooded trails for hiking and bird watching, riverside amenities for picnicking, and access to boating and fishing activities.

At the entrance, guests are greeted by a striking wood-carved statue of Black Hawk and a historical memorial honoring unknown soldiers from General Scott's Army. Additionally, the Riverbend Bike Trail leads to a natural waterfall, enhancing the preserve's appeal as a biodiversity hub and a scenic retreat for nature enthusiasts.

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Disappointing Duerr
5/11/2022

We drove here in search of the "secret" waterfall described in the Trib. Well, I guess it really is ...

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Awesome Nature Park with River Views
3/20/2021

Spent a couple of enjoyable hours in the Jon Duerr Forest Preserve on a recent cool day in March.  T...

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Walking and biking trails
9/8/2020

Beautiful park with walking and biking trails.We went there for the first time and will comeback for...

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