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Phillips Park Zoo
Get an up-close look at a bald eagle, gray wolves, and cougars. See North American river otters, llamas, Elk herd, goats, swans, turkeys,...
Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo
1180 N. Randall Road, West DundeeVisit, pet and feed the farm animals, while also seeing emus, lynx, hawks, owls and a variety of reptiles. Pony rides are available for an additional...
Batavia Riverwalk
Houston Street at Island Avenue, Batavia3.2-acre park with boardwalks and a wildflower garden.
Chicago Riverwalk
Wacker Drive and the south bank of the Chicago River from Franklin Street to Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoA river-level promenade running along the south bank of the Chicago River offering riverfront cafes, tour boats and water taxis, bicycle rentals and...
Naperville Riverwalk
1.75 mile paved walkway along the DuPage River.
Chicago River Canoe & Kayak
Chicago outpost of Chicago River Canoe and Kayak. Group outings available.
Chicago River Canoe & Kayak-Winnetka
Tower Road Lagoons, WinnetkaNorth suburban location of Chicago River Canoe and Kayak. Group and special trips available.
Friends of the Chicago River
411 S. Wells St., Suite 800, ChicagoYou can catch a glimpse of wildlife, including herons, minks and deer on the Chicago River Wilderness trip or choose to share the river with...
Pottawatomie Park
8 North Ave., St. CharlesOn the east edge of the Fox River, this park has an 18-hole miniature golf course, 9-hole golf course, community center, swimming pools, softball field,...
