Hidden Lake Forest Preserve

Category: Nature preserve in Downers Grove, Illinois

Address: Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

Phone: +16309337683

Reviews

Ary lopez

May 11, 2022

This place is a cool place to go hiking depending what time you go you might be able to see a coyotes and it has two lakes to walk around!

Susannah Ball

Apr 16, 2022

Beautiful forest preserve with two lake loop trails nestled against the Morton Arboretum and rt. 53. This preserve features a big open lake, Round Meadow Lake, with a trail that loops around. The area is open for great views and easy fishing access. Trail is gravel and very level and well maintained. The second lake, Eagle lake, is much more wooded and shady but also has a gravel loop trail. It is a good spot for birdwatching due to a lot of undergrowth and proximity to water. In between the two lakes is a beautiful old bridge from the 1870s which is well worth a visit. The forest preserve is accessed from a single entrance across from the WalMart and features two parking areas, one close the the picnic pavilion and restrooms and another near the informational sign and bridge. Overall this is a great forest preserve that offers a wide variety of scenery for its size and location!

Jamie Gilbert

Jul 24, 2021

Hosted my bridal shower here! Great picnic shelter that can be reserved. Perfect for relaxed parties or birthdays. Close by bathrooms and dumpster for easy clean up. Beautiful day in a beautiful space!

Adam Smith

Jun 13, 2021

Beautifully maintained walking trail with nature all around. Good place for a walk, bike ride, or to just relax for a moment. Well maintained paths. Surrounded by nature. The trail to the hidden lake is partially shaded. Very easy, could probably even make it around handicap accessible. Wasn't too busy on a Sunday afternoon. Would recommend for a quick getaway from the bustle of the city.

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Questions & Answers

Can I bring a boat

LUCJA DUDZIAK | Jul 24, 2020
Trag Sifarin | Jul 25, 2020

There is no launch. You can bring a boat/kayak if you can carry it onto the water. There is a daily/yearly fee for watercraft. Check the DuPage Forest Preserve website for info on that.

Where can you rent a boat

Dennis Mitchell | Sep 22, 2020
Chris Hluzek | Sep 23, 2020

No boats allowed.

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Are you allowed to have a party here?

Jackie M | Aug 23, 2020
Mary p | Aug 24, 2020

I have seen small groups (10 or less) together. Best to check with Forest Preserve.

Is this location good for fishing?

Angel Adame | Jul 24, 2020
Badrul V | Jul 25, 2020

Not really, they are no big fish and most of them young you need to throw them back in.

Is it flooded today?

Alice Linn | Jan 21, 2019
Shopster | Jan 22, 2019

Trails are dry. Don't go on grass

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Can I go there 24 hours to walk

Noel Taylor | Apr 3, 2021
Sheema khan | Apr 4, 2021

No ..i dont think so. Check the forest preserve hours.normally its from sunrise to sunset or till 9 pm .

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