Forest Preserves of Cook County 2026 Fall Brochure

Walk and Talk: Northwest Zone History of Poplar Creek Carl R. Hansen Woods, Sutton Rd/ Rte 59, south of Shoe Factory Rd, Schaumburg Wednesday, Oct 14 • 10 am North Zone Skokie Lagoons* Forest Way Grove, Forest Way Dr, south of Dundee Rd, Glencoe Saturday, Oct 3 • 10 am Southwest Zone Oak Forest Heritage Preserve -1.6 mi Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East, Fieldcrest Dr, southwest of Crawford Ave, Oak Forest Thursday, Sept 17 • 10 am Fitness Hike: Southwest Zone Yankee Woods -3 mi Central Ave, north of 167th St, Tinley Park Saturday, Nov 14 • 10 am Northwest North Central Southwest South ZONE KEY Hike the Preserves Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 6