The Middle Fork River Forest Preserve is the only official Dark Sky Park in Illinois, and offers camping, hiking, birdwatching and more.
Everything You Need to Know About Visiting River Bend Forest Preserve in Mahomet
If you’re looking for a place to get away for the day, check out River Bend Forest Preserve in Mahomet, featuring Champaign County’s largest lake.
Cool Off at the Homer Lake Natural Playscape
The Homer Lake Natural Playscape is a Champaign County gem, located a short drive beyond the Champaign-Urbana area.
Visiting Clinton Lake With Your Family
Clinton Lake has all the outdoors-y fun your family is looking for and is just a short drive from Champaign-Urbana.
Visiting Imagination Grove Near Bloomington-Normal
Imagination Grove at the Sugar Grove Nature Center is well worth the short drive from Champaign-Urbana — find out why we love this natural playscape.