Hegewisch Marsh Park — Attraction in Hyde Park Township

Hello, I recently visited for the first time. I went with a friend of mine who resides in Hegewisch. Unfortunately, we where only there for a short period but in that short time I found it to be tranquil, clean, and beautiful. I'm planning on going back for sure and hoping that the natural...

I just rode past this park on the South Shore Line and saw an area that was recently burned in a prescribed fire. It is so good to see that the managers are willing to navigate the complexities of burning in an urban environment to actively manage and protect our valuable...

It's kind of a shame that the trails here are getting done in gravel, as the dirt trails are easiest on my knees. But there's still several loops of great trails, giving you an up-close look at the marsh wild life and the river. Watch out for ticks though, it's...