The Top 20 Attractions around Glen Ellyn
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Glen Ellyn. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Glen Ellyn 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 6, 2025
The 797-acre Danada Forest Preserve features all types of wilderness terrain in the form of prairies, woods and wetlands. It also consists of scenic rolling terrain that offers trails, fishing, …
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Timber Ridge Trail connects the Illinois Prairie Path Elgin Branch with the Great Western Trail. This smooth, paved path runs past Kline Creek Farm and Timber Lake.
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Herrick Lake is a 22-acre reservoir in the Herrick Lake Forest Preserve. The lake is most popular for fishing, and there is a path that circles around the waters, hugging the shore the entire time.
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Rice Lake is right at the start point of the Danada-Herrick Regional Lake Trail that winds through the Danada and Herrick Lake Forest Preserves. This pretty lake is great for …
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This 17.7-acre lake was built in 1952 and later rebuilt it in 1994 to mitigate flooding in the area. While watercraft are not permitted, the lake is regularly stocked with fish, providing a great opportunity for fishing.
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