Off North Milwaukee Avenue in Vernon Hills, north of the intersection of North Milwaukee Avenue and Old Half Day Road. A detailed map may be found here.

Lake County Forest Preserve District

www.lcfd.org/half-day/

34 miles from the center of town

There are accessible parking spaces and restrooms.

Biking, Birdwatching (sparrows, vireos, warblers), Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Jogging, Picnicking, Running and Wildflowers

The preserve is named for Potowatomi chief Aptakisic. His name means “the sun at its meridian” or “half day”.

The preserve contains restrooms and water fountains.

A tasty takeout breakfast may be obtained from Fried Egg (www.friedeggcafe.net/) located in Vernon Hills Town Center, 1260 South Milwaukee Avenue in Vernon Hills.

Des Plaines River Trail which is described on this website and Captain Daniel Wright Woods Forest Preserve featuring Biking, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Jogging, Picnicking, Playground and Running

Spring, Summer, Fall