Presented by the Champaign Park District, we provide a comprehensive roundup of Champaign-Urbana area outdoor activities to fill your autumn.
The Perfect Family Hike: Explore the Sangamon River Forest Preserve near Fisher
The Sangamon River Forest Preserve, located between Mahomet and Fisher, is a quiet nature escape with very doable trails for your family to enjoy together.
Best Kept Secret: Buffalo Trace Prairie in Mahomet
Sure you can stick to the paved trails for a walk, but if you’re looking for adventure mere footsteps beyond the parking lot, head to Buffalo Trace in Mahomet for creek stomping and hiking to the max.
Getaway for a Day: Matthiessen State Park
An absolute dream for those who love the outdoors, take your family to see waterfalls up close and venture on a challenging hike that you all will remember forever at Matthiessen State Park.
Best Kept Secret: Forest Glen Preserve
Find out why we love this nature escape less than an hour from Champaign-Urbana. Two words — creek stomping.