Things to See

Visit the natural areas in the Chicago Wilderness region, and you'll discover great scenery in the region's prairies, forests, wetlands and dunes. Look around and you'll also find a surprising array of wildlife. Whether you're looking for scenery and wildlife to enjoy, good spots for nature photography, or places to learn about our region's native plants and animals, you'll find something worth seeing in the Chicago Wilderness. Pick from the list below for more information about where to see different types of plants, animals and natural communities.

photo: Lake County Forest Preserve District

Plants and Animals

• Birds
• Butterflies and other insects
• Mammals
• Reptiles, amphibians and more
• Flowers and plants

Natural Communities

• Prairies
• Wooded areas
• Wetlands
• Waters
• Dunes

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