SAND RIDGE NATURE CENTER
15891 Paxton Avenue | South Holland, IL 60473 | (708) 868-0606
15891 Paxton Avenue | South Holland, IL 60473 | (708) 868-0606
Owned and operated by the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Sand Ridge Nature Center emphasizes the natural history of the Calumet region. Enjoy public programs, special events, live animals, interactive interpretive displays and 3.75 miles of self-guiding hiking trails though diverse habitats.
Contact: Naturalist Staff
Open: SUMMER: M-Su 9AM-4:30PM; WINTER: M-Su 9AM-4PM; Exhibit Room closed on Fridays
Area: Area 3
Group Rates: Free (groups of 15+ please register three weeks in advance)
Operating Season: Open year-round
Suggested Length of Tour: 1-3 hours
Open: SUMMER: M-Su 9AM-4:30PM; WINTER: M-Su 9AM-4PM; Exhibit Room closed on Fridays
Area: Area 3
Group Rates: Free (groups of 15+ please register three weeks in advance)
Operating Season: Open year-round
Suggested Length of Tour: 1-3 hours
Wheelchair Accessible | Nature Center Building is accessible, outside limited. |
WEE WONDERS: NATURE IN BLOOM May 8, 2024
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Forest Preserves of Cook County
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South Holland, IL
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South Holland, IL
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OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMP Jun 24, 2024
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, 15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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CRAFT CAMP Aug 7, 2024
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, 15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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ARCHAEOLOGY DAY Sep 14, 2024
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Forest Preserves of Cook County
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South Holland, IL
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