The Top 20 Attractions around Western Springs
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Western Springs. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Western Springs is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Salt Creek Woods
Highlight • Forest
This park derives its name from the creek that runs through it. It encompasses a wide variety of terrain, including prairie, marsh, and meadows, making it an excellent habitat for various types of wildlife.
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Cal-Sag Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Cal-Sag Trail, or Calumet-Sag Trail, is a paved multi-use path spanning 16.2 miles. It connects the John Husar I&M Canal Trail in Lemont to the Major Taylor Trail in …
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Salt Creek Greenway Red - Paved Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Salt Creek Greenway trail is a 25-mile-long multi-user path which follows the creek from Busse Forest in Elk Grove Village to the Brookfield Zoo in Brookfield. It links into …
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Sawmill Creek Bridge, Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve
Highlight • Bridge
Sawmill Creek offers a charming spot to see damselflies, and a small bridge that occasionally floods. The area is peaceful and a nice spot along Waterfall Glenn Main Trail.
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Saganashkee Slough
Highlight • Lake
Saganashkee Slough is surrounded by pristine woodlands that hold some of the most untouched nature in the county. You can hike through the area and also take a canoe or …
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