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SAND RIDGE NATURE CENTER
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
Wheelchair Accessible Nature Center Building is accessible, outside limited.


Events
MLK DAY OF SERVICE
Jan 20, 2025
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Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD WALKS AND PRESENTATIONS
Feb 22, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025
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Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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WOMEN IN THE WILDS EXPO
Mar 29, 2025
Sand Ridge Nature Center
Forest Preserves of Cook County, 15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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