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Sand Ridge Nature Center

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8 reviews
+1 (708) 868-0606
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Picnic grove at Sand Ridge, next to the nature center.
Picnic grove at Sand Ridge, next to the nature center.
Underground Railroad Walk, 2023
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15891 Paxton Ave
Calumet City, IL 60409
+1 (708) 868-0606
http://fpdcc.com

Sand Ridge Nature Center is a 585-acre nature-based education and recreation area located in Thornton, IL. It serves as the centerpiece of the Sand Ridge Campus, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and learn about the natural and cultural history of the Calumet Region. With interactive exhibits, knowledgeable staff, and four miles of nature trails, visitors can immerse themselves in the area's rare dune-and-swale landscape, observe native wildlife, and engage in hands-on activities.

The Sand Ridge Campus also provides various recreational activities such as biking, fishing, and camping, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're interested in birdwatching, hiking through woodlands and wetlands, or simply enjoying the serene beauty of the surroundings, Sand Ridge Nature Center offers a unique and educational experience for all nature lovers.

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John Y.
12/18/2019

Wonderful place to visit. Lots of nature and great place to explore and bird watch. I've been here many times before, most recently this past summer. Informative learning place and friendly...

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Marissa C.
9/3/2024

This is a very nice nature center, which features a really nice exhibit space with animal displays, including turtles, snakes, and toads, and information about the region. The space opens up into...

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Aesha E.
8/28/2022

Sand Ridge is a part of the Forest Preserves of Cook County system. You almost miss it when you pass by! As a nature center, it has an interpretive center in addition to the trails, gardens, and...

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Tamma H.
3/5/2022

Perfect place for peace and relaxing environment to walk or take kids to the see the native turtles and snakes and read books to the kids. Then walk the winding trails and when they become teens...

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Rene F.
2/21/2011

I love this nature center! It has a great building with lots of colorful educational nature displays, beautiful gardens, and long, peaceful hiking trails. They have pioneer log cabins, animals in...

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