Centered around a 129-acre lake, this preserve offers a variety of opportunities for outdoor recreation and nature education.
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Sep 10, 2023
Not much to do in Libertyville so this helped fill an evening. We took a quick mile walk around, saw a few chipmunks, took a few pics. We live in the country so this was nothing special to us. Saw… Full review by Christy R
Jul 25, 2023
Worst band ever….left early and very disappointed. July 25, 2023. Really pay more and get some quality bands. This was worse than a high school garage band. Full review by patgolf39
Jul 25, 2022
This place is a public space that is really designed for everyone. Full of walking and biking trails, seats, picnic tables, lakes and boats and a Beer Garden!! Families love it, they keep the grounds… Full review by John F
There is no cost to ride the bike trails in Independence Grove or to link from there to the Des Plaines River bike trail. You can always bike into the facility for free. There is no cost to …
There is no cost to ride the bike trails in Independence Grove or to link from there to the Des Plaines River bike trail. You can always bike into the facility for free. There is no cost to enter Independence Grove if you are a Lake County resident. However, there is a $5 per car parking fee for nonresidents, Mon–Thu, and $10 Fri–Sun and holidays
If you live in Lake County, there is no charge for admission. Otherwise there is a daily charge per car, otherwise usually $5.00 per car. There is no charge for using the bike paths. …
If you live in Lake County, there is no charge for admission. Otherwise there is a daily charge per car, otherwise usually $5.00 per car. There is no charge for using the bike paths. Bike rentals are available. I can not post any web sites here but you may easily find Independence Grove on a search and look for fees for swimming, rentals, etc.
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