Fox River Shores Forest Preserve
Fox River Shores Forest Preserve things to do, attractions, restaurants, events info and trip planning
Plan your stay
&promo_pic=/one-page/coolest.jpg)
Posts
We rode from Carpentersville to Crystal Lake on a Friday afternoon. Not too crowded. We parked on side street, but just up ahead we saw people unloading their bikes in parking lot along the train tracks. Beautiful ride! Lots of trees, saw some wild turkeys. Through some small towns one road especially you need to wait at the light by the Dairy Queen and custard shop across the street. The side walk and corner are very narrow here. There are buttons to help stop traffic. There are wooden bumpy bridges, Asphalt paths most in great shape but few needing repairs for bumps. Along part of the river is Otto Engineering Inc. The owner helps take care buildings, baseballs and parts or the paths, I am told. Thanks, Otto!
Michelle HammoMichelle Hammo
00
A quiet expansion of the Fox River with no evidence that area has been settled for over 150 years. Accessible by car off of State Route 31 between Algonquin and Carpentersville and the Great Fox River bike path. A location ideal for the painter and photographer because the scenery moves slowly and yet brings surprise each season for another visit. And in this day of age of so many monetized experiences, free.
Robert KosinRobert Kosin
00
First time launching Kayak at this spot. I paddled up river then back.. Several spots were a real work out against the current. Several times I had to head back doen river a little and attack the curretnt from a diffrent side or angle. I reached a point right below the algonquin dam where the current was too strong and turned around and headed back. Great paddle.
Don JensenDon Jensen
00
This forest preserve is a really good place to come. Whether it's for a bike ride along the trail that goes north and south for miles, a realistic relaxing walk, fishing, or just to sit to clear the mind and enjoy the day in a beautiful spot along the fox river. ENJOY!
JohnnyJohnny
00
this place is awesome! if you want to take a casual walk, practice your photography, just spend some time alone in nature, fishing, hiking..etc Do visit this place during summer for a dose of relaxation and nature
Amazing ExposureAmazing Exposure
00
We would launch our canoe from here, paddle down to the Carpentersville Dam, then up to the Algonquin Dam and back. It will be interesting to see the water level, after the C-ville Dam is removed!
kevin bradleykevin bradley
00
Learn more insights from Wanderboat AIBasic Info
Address
701 N Williams Rd, Carpentersville, IL 60110
Map
Phone
(630) 232-5980
Call
Website
kaneforest.com
Visit
Reviews
Overview
4.6
(346 reviews)
Ratings & Description
outdoor
adventure
scenic
family-friendly
pet-friendly
attractions: , restaurants:
