About West Ridge Nature Park
West Ridge Nature Park is a hiking with kid in Chicago, IL , rated 4.7 out of 5 by 758 families. It's one of outdoor kids activities worth knowing about when you're planning a day out with the kids.
What parents say
"This beautiful park was such a surprise. The park district has lovingly restored many spectacular prairie flowers, which can be seen virtually everywhere. Nice hiking trails and a lovely pond. Lots of birds, ducks, geese and turtles. Added plus of being right next to Rosehill Cemetery, which is also a favorite place. You have to park along Western Avenue, which can be dicey, depending on the size of your car, or deal with a very long walk to get to the entrance."
5 months ago
"First time visiting this place. It’s beautiful, available seating through out the preserve to enjoy the scenery and the wildlife. As for any place in Chicago please be aware of your surroundings as there at times people sleeping in the Nature playground. I would definitely be returning. So glad I came across this place."
8 months ago
"I love to run in this park once a week and it has never been crowded. A nice, relaxing atmosphere with one main trail and a few side trails where you feel like you’ve left the city. I’ve seen some interesting birds and deer there as well."
6 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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