Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails & Nature Walks

Salt Creek Woods Nature Preserve

Nature preserve

4.7(178 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 7 AM
Salt Creek Woods Nature Preserve

About

Large preserve with hiking & birding. This iconic 245-acre forested nature preserve features hiking trails & birdwatching.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Salt Creek Woods Nature Preserve:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    Westchester, IL 60154
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    Phone
    (800) 870-3666
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    Hours
    Monday:7 AM–8 PM
    Tuesday:7 AM–8 PM
    Wednesday:7 AM–8 PM
    Thursday:7 AM–8 PM
    Friday:7 AM–8 PM
    Saturday:7 AM–8 PM
    Sunday:7 AM–8 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

  • Picnic tables: Picnic tables available

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids
  • Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes

Nearby

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