Hadley Valley Forest Preserve, New Lenox, IL

Hadley Valley Forest Preserve spans 390 acres in New Lenox, offering residents direct access to outdoor recreation through a network of trails that support hiking, running, and cycling. The preserve includes the 1.9-mile paved Old Plank Road Trail, which connects to the larger regional trail system, and several natural-surface loops that wind through oak-hickory woodland and restored prairie. A central picnic shelter and parking area at the main entrance on Cedar Road provide a convenient starting point for daily exercise or weekend outings. The preserve also maintains designated equestrian trails and a small pond used for catch-and-release fishing. Its location between U.S. Route 30 and Interstate 80 places it within a short drive of downtown New Lenox shops, restaurants, and the Metra commuter station, allowing residents to balance time spent outdoors with easy access to daily necessities.

Biking Paths Cross-Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Paths Horseback Riding Picnic Area