Shop for ideas at the Mall of History, zoom through space and time on the Vortex Roller Coaster Theatre or explore the world's largest public collection of postcards in Bringing the World Home. Work to restore the original circa 1842 farmhouse and surrounding farm buildings is underway. Lake County's newest public swimming beach will top off the unique recreational opportunities centered around the 115-acre lake. The Visitors Center is under construction and will feature interpretive exhibits, rental space and a refreshment area. Roughly six miles of trail loop through the events plaza and around the lake, linking this Preserve to the Des Plaines River Trail.
Plans call for restoration of the shoreline, boat launch and marina.
New trails and picnic shelters will be available when this Preserve re-opens in 2001. New Exercise Areas were opened at Lakewood and Prairie Wolf, and due to increasing demand, we'll open a fourth area at Duck Farm in northwest Lake County during 2001. Detail - download a Dog Exercise Area brochure and permit application. We've been hard at work to accomplish these goals, and our progress is apparent. Over 22,190 acres make up the Lake County Forest Preserves, a dynamic and unique system of natural and cultural resources.