30 minutes For small children who are eager to learn about nature, the Little Red Schoolhouse at Cook County Forest Preserve is the perfect place to start. This region the Chicago Southland contains the most forested land in the metropolitan area, mostly concentrated in the Palos, Moraine, Orland Park, Lansing, Glenwood, and Steger areas. The preserve's 35 lakes are prime spots for fishing, canoeing and non-motorized boating.
Maps are available at the main headquarters or any forest preserve office.
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