Four Great Places in Libertyville IL to Get Outdoors

We’re not just chiropractors in Libertyville IL, we’re also big proponents of getting outdoors and keeping your body moving.

Libertyville, IL is a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s located near the North Shore Channel Trail, which is one of the longest nature trails in Illinois. The village also has several parks and preserves that are perfect for hiking or biking. If you’re looking to get outside with your family or friends this summer, check out these four great places:

1) Liberty Prairie Nature Preserve

2) Independence Grove Forest Preserve

3) Old School Forest Preserve

4) Ryerson Woods Forest Preserve

Liberty Prairie Nature Preserve

Nature-lovers rejoice! Liberty Prairie Nature Preserve has been successfully established to preserve its natural beauty that is visible from the winding trails and countless outdoor spaces.

The reserve spans 3,300 acres of land with an endless variety of nature all around. Guests can retreat on a clear day and bask in sunbeams or enjoy cuddling by a camp fire while watching spectacular scenery. An incredible way to experience nature’s best.

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Independence Grove Forest Preserve

When you’re driving home and need a break from the suburban sprawl, go visit Independence Grove Forest Preserve on Milwaukee Avenue just north of Route 137. You’ll be delighted by the surrounding prairie and woodlands as you hike through nature (or with your dog in tow or off-leash at home in the park’s Independence Grove Dog Park section.

Independence Grove is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic in a picturesque, family-friendly backdrop. For some of the best outdoor recreation available, explore these 115 acres with the ones you love by your side! 

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Old School Forest Preserve

One of Lake County’s most popular parks, Old School Woods offers miles of trails for hiking or biking through nature. There are also great fishing spots and secluded picnic areas to bring your lunch! It has one the best sled hills in all of Illinois that you can see from I-94.

Activities include biking, cross-country skiing, fishing, hiking and horseback riding. In the summertime visitors can also enjoy picnics on a picnic shelter and during winter you can take in some sledding down one of our snow covered hillsides.

Ryerson Woods Forest Preserve

When you need some peace and quiet or a chance to go bird watching, this is the place for you. Formed by legislation as an Illinois state preserve and recognized as a Historic District by the National Register of Historic Places, Ryerson Woods Forest Preserve has been dedicated for its astounding natural life and cultural history.

This is a great place to explore the outdoors for young and old alike. With programs for schools, scouts, and families, there’s bound to be something perfect for everyone! Don’t forget to stop by our Welcome Center for up-to-date dates of events — from maple syrup hikes and Halloween treks down hiking paths paved with fallen leaves, Ryerson Woods has it all.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed this guide and will use it to help you get outdoors more this year. There are so many benefits to spending time outside, and Libertyville IL has a variety of places to explore.

For your chiropractic needs in Libertyville IL, visit Evolve Chiropractic Libertyville.

 

We also have a guide to local community resources here.

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