With over 40,000 acres of forestry and countless miles of trails, the Chicago Southland offers a unique perspective not accessible by car or train. Whether you are looking for multicultural group itineraries or hitting the trails that include the Lincoln Highway Murals that span through nine communities, the Chicago Southland offers a wide variety of family friendly activities for even the weariest of outdoor enthusiasts. Plan your Chicago Southland getaway today! To book a hotel room, please click here.

Due to COVID-19 recommendations, some trails and attractions in the Chicago Southland may be closed or operating with restrictions. Please check the website or call the number listed to get up-to-date information. For more information on the Restore Illinois plan, please click here. 

Biking & Walking Trails

Looking for the perfect place to bike, walk and explore in the Chicago Southland? Check out the new Chicago Southland Trails App! This interactive app is a comprehensive guide to the Chicago Southland area’s paved trails for biking and walking, mountain biking trails and bicycle-friendly streets. With so many beautiful trails to choose from, every hiker, biker and walker is sure to find the perfect trail (or trails!) to explore. This trails app has also been integrated into the Chicago Southland App allowing you to see the location of the trails in relation to area amenities including hotels, restaurants, attractions and events. For more information or to download the Chicago Southland App click here.

Road Trips

• Your Family-Friendly Adventure in the Chicago Southland
• Bringing Beer and Art Together
• Girls' Getaway
• Bro-Cation in the Chicago Southland

Other Trails

Itineraries