Cap Sauers Holdings Nature Preserve, Orland Park, IL

Cap Sauers Holding Nature Preserve covers 805 acres in southwest Orland Park, providing residents with direct access to 13.7 miles of maintained trails. The preserve includes three distinct ecosystems—wetlands, oak savannas, and forests—along with the 40-acre Lake Tampier, which supports fishing and non-motorized boating. Marked paths accommodate hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing, while the adjacent Wampum Lake offers additional water recreation. The site is located less than two miles from the Orland Square Mall and the I-80 corridor, and it connects to the 9.5-mile Orland Park Bike Trail system. Picnic shelters, restrooms, and parking are available at the 179th Street entrance. The preserve’s combination of extensive trail mileage, varied terrain, and proximity to retail and transportation corridors offers convenient outdoor access for residents seeking nearby recreation without extensive travel.