Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens
This site features several gardens, a trail around Lake Katherine and a small nature center in Palos Heights, Illinois. Children will be delighted by the large number of ducks on the lake and the man-made waterfall.
Details
Location
7402 Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, Illinois. A detailed map may be found here.
Managed By
City of Palos Heights, Illinois in partnership with nonprofit Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens
Website(s)
Distance from Downtown Chicago
26 miles from the center of town
How To Get There
Accessibility
There are accessible parking spaces. Accessible bathrooms are located inside the nature center and are available when the building is open which as of October 1, 2021 is Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. Some of the trails are accessible.
Things To Do
Bird Watching (Canada geese, hawks, swallows, wood ducks), Boating (canoe and kayak rentals), Hiking, Playground, Visitor Center (nature center), Watchable Wildlife and Wildflowers.
Fun Facts
Beautiful Lake Katherine was once an unofficial dump.
Other Information
Restrooms are located in the nature center.
Eats
Nearby Al Medina Bakery, 11228 South Harlem Avenue, Worth, Illinois features fresh and delicious Middle Eastern cookies at the great price of $4.25 a pound (as of July 10, 2021).
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Best Time To Visit
All year
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