Old School Forest Preserve, Libertyville, IL

Old School Forest Preserve spans 575 acres in Libertyville, Illinois, with a 3-mile paved trail that connects directly to the Des Plaines River Trail. The preserve includes athletic fields, picnic shelters, a disc golf course, and the Old School House, which dates to 1895 and now functions as a community event space. Equestrian riders use the separate 5-mile trail system, and the preserve borders Butler Lake, which offers fishing and non-motorized boating. The site is located less than two miles from downtown Libertyville and the Metra Union Pacific/North Line station, providing convenient access to shopping, dining, and commuter rail service.

Biking Paths Canoeing Cross-Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Paths Horseback Riding Ice Skating Rink In-Line Skating Parking Picnic Area Playground Pond Restrooms Trails