Aurora, Kane County, IL
Places to go in Aurora
19 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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City of Aurora- Phillips Park Zoo
Vast city park comprising a golf course & pro shop, zoo, sporting fields & family recreation areas.
Ray Moses Dr, Aurora, IL 60505, USA
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Fabyan Forest Preserve
Riverside nature preserve with a museum & historical windmill offering fishing, boating & biking.
1925 S Batavia Ave, Geneva, IL 60134, USA
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Greene Valley
Massive park with trails for hiking & cross-country skiing, plus picnic areas & camping facilities.
Greene Rd, Bolingbrook, IL 60440, USA
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Herrick Lake Forest Preserve
885-acre nature preserve with over 5 miles of trails, plus boat rentals & fishing opportunities.
Butterfield Rd, Wheaton, IL 60189, USA
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Hidden Lake Forest Preserve
This tranquil destination features trees & ponds, plus kayaking, fishing, hiking & picnicking.
Hidden Lake Loop, Lombard, IL 60148, USA
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Jericho Lake Park
A serene suburban park with a lake for fishing, plus open spaces, trails & spots for picnicking.
39W365 Jericho Rd, Aurora, IL 60506, USA
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Lippold Park - Fox Valley Park District
1400 N River Rd, Batavia, IL 60510, USA
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McCullough Park
150 W Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506, USA
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North Aurora Island Park
North Aurora, IL 60542, USA
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Oakhurst Forest Preserve
This large marsh with lake offers wildlife viewing, fishing, picnic areas, a boat launch & trails.
1680 5th Ave, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
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Red Oak Nature Center
This rustic park offers hiking trails & a cave, plus nature programs & events.
930 N River Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542, USA
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Rocky Glen Waterfall
Lemont, IL 60439, USA
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Saw Wee Kee Park
Wildlife park with water activities, plus multi-use trails for BMX biking, horseback riding & more.
7350 Sundown Ln, Yorkville, IL 60560, USA
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Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
1,350 natural acres for fishing, boating, hiking & hunting plus camping, picnicking & winter sports.
13608 Fox Rd, Yorkville, IL 60560, USA
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Spring Lake Park
Waterfront green space with baseball & soccer fields, walking trails, picnic areas & a playground.
396 Springlake Ln, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
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Springbrook Prairie
Expansive natural area including meadow & prairie habitat for birds plus running & biking trails.
83rd St, Naperville, IL 60564, USA
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St. James Farm Forest Preserve
Hikers, bikers & horseback riders can explore a protected area of woodlands, prairies & wetlands.
2S541 Winfield Rd, Warrenville, IL 60555, USA
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Waubonsie Lake Park
Serene park with a lake for fishing, plus biking trails, a playground & waterfront picnic pavilion.
Waubonsie Lake Park, 998 Kautz Rd, Aurora, IL 60504, USA
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Wolf's Crossing Community Park
3252 Wolf’s Crossing Rd, Naperville, IL 60564, USA