Crow Island Woods, Winnetka, IL

Crow Island Woods spans 45 acres of preserved oak-hickory forest in central Winnetka. A 1.1-mile loop trail winds through the woods, connecting to the Skokie Lagoons trail system and providing direct access for runners and cyclists. The woods border Crow Island School and its 1940s-era playgrounds, which remain open to the public outside school hours. A small parking area at the Hibbard Road entrance keeps vehicle traffic minimal. Mature canopy cover creates consistent shade, while the understory of native ferns and spring ephemerals attracts local birders. The site sits three blocks from the Metra Union Pacific North Line station and one mile from the Green Bay Road commercial corridor, allowing residents to reach downtown Winnetka shops or commute to Chicago without a car. Seasonal maintenance by the Winnetka Park District keeps trails clear and controls invasive species, preserving both the ecological integrity and the usability of the paths year-round.

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Location

City Winnetka

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $25,567

House $6,286,250

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