Centered around a 115-acre lake, this preserve offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation and nature education. No dogs, horses, or pets are allowed inside of the preserve.
16400 W Buckley Rd (btwn Milwaukee Ave. & Saint Mary's Rd.) Libertyville , IL 60048 United States
Walking the outer paths of this park is a deceptively long and beautiful walk. Bring water and sunscreen . Don't get lost trying to take shortcuts across the lake .
The children's playground is awesome. It's clean , has different areas for different ages, and has equipment for those with disabilities.
Wow is this a great place! Clean fresh air . Great rental rates. Great place to play and have a picnic .
bring a bike or rent one here. lovely area to exercise or lay out in the sun
A beautiful fun place to bring kids. Park Is awesome
You can kayak down the Des Plaines from the launch located across from the pavilion in the back.
Free concerts on Tuesday nights in the summer! Bring your own food, wine , etc!
No dogs, horses or other pets are allowed in the preserve or preserve facilities.
Kayaking was super fun
Kid-friendly! Fun, creative, fenced in playground behind the visitors center. Lots of picnic areas and stroller friendly paths. Read more
Great for fishing ! The little shop near the marina sells fishing licenses, basic poles, and of course worms.
The larger 2.5 mile loop is great for running or biking . Heated bathrooms in winter. One of the bigger preserves in Lake County , IL Read more
Marina is open 6:30am-1 hr before sunset . Rent fishing boats, kayaks , canoes , paddle boats , comfort bikes . Read more
Free concerts and view !!!
The soft pretzels at the cafe are pretty good
No dogs allowed in the park . Go to the adjacent dog park or a different preserve.
Cavern Beat Tuesday concert
Can't bring your own kayaks in.
rollerblades & longboards are fun to ride here
Going to the Children's Grove Playground for my kid's first playdate (and mine) Read more
Snow cones are $2.25.
This is the nicest dog park & the people here are very friendly. - PooBear & Fathed
An annual or daily permit and a dog are required for entry. Permits allow access to all five Dog Parks. Daily permits can be purchased in advance via your mobile phone. - Shannon Jeropke
Decent urban mountain biking, east side a bit better than west side for singletrack. - Chris Hafer
There are plenty of ticks and mosquitos so come prepared. There's also plenty of opportunities for nature photography. - Lia L.
Nice trails! - Geoff Wilson Sr.