Elburn Forest Preserve, Elburn, IL

Elburn Forest Preserve covers 1,125 acres of restored prairie, woodland, and wetland just west of the Village of Elburn. A 3.3-mile crushed-limestone trail loops through the property, connecting to the 55-mile-long Great Western Trail for longer rides or runs. Two fishing ponds stocked with bass and bluegill sit near the main parking area, while the adjacent dog park provides separate large- and small-dog zones. Picnic shelters and restrooms are available year-round, and the preserve’s open fields host seasonal public hunting for deer and waterfowl under Illinois Department of Natural Resources permits. Because the preserve is managed by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, trails are maintained, invasive species are controlled, and the landscape remains accessible in all seasons. Its location one mile south of downtown Elburn places residents within a five-minute drive of the Metra Union Pacific West Line station and Illinois Route 47, linking the preserve’s outdoor resources directly to regional employment centers and daily services.

Hiking Paths Picnic Area

Location

City Elburn

State Illinois

Averages

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House $775,000

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