Herrick Lake Forest Preserve Hike
Date
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Time
9:00am
Location
Wheaton, IL
Meeting Spot
Meet in the northwest parking lot off of Herrick Rd. Closest intersection is Herrick Rd and W Butterfield Rd, this is north of the parking lot.
Coordinates: 41.82671° N, 88.14657° W
Terrain & Route
The hike follows dirt and gravel paths with a few gentle inclines, manageable for most walkers. This route is route is wheelchair/stroller accessible.
This hike is over 4 miles round trip.
Getting There
No public transit options, you must drive to this location.
Parking is limited! Check out our community chat to connect with others for car pool options.
Meeting Spot Location
Route Map
Know Before You Go
- All are welcome to join us!
- Dogs are welcome but must remain on a leash & be friendly with other dogs & people.
- Bring essentials like water, comfortable shoes, & sunscreen (or other weather appropriate gear).
- We start on time! We will wait 10 minutes after the start time before beginning the walk.
- Respect shared spaces-be mindful of other walkers, runners, & cyclists.
- All attendees must read our disclaimer before attending our walks.
- Have fun & make connections! This is a great opportunity to meet new people!