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
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
owl prowl
Oct 10, 2026
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fall fungi
Oct 10, 2026
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tuesday mornings are for the birds!
Oct 13, 2026
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wee wonders: owls
Oct 14, 2026
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oak-tober fall colors walk
Oct 17, 2026
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wee wonders: owls
Oct 18, 2026
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birding is accessible: owl edition
Oct 24, 2026
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restoration sunday
Oct 25, 2026
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forest therapy
Oct 25, 2026
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the great sand ridge (tiny) pumpkin hunt
Oct 31, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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the great sand ridge (tiny) pumpkin hunt
Nov 1, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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calumet heritage day
Nov 7, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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live healthy, discover nature! walk
Nov 7, 2026
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gratitude gathering
Nov 7, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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wee wonders: snakes
Nov 11, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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wee wonders: snakes
Nov 15, 2026
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15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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restoration sunday
Nov 15, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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forest therapy
Nov 21, 2026
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15891 Paxton Avenue
South Holland, IL
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welcoming winter walk
Nov 27, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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live healthy, discover nature! walk
Dec 5, 2026
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South Holland, IL
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