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Thorn Creek Nature Center |
| The Visiting Info shown below, if any, is always subject to change. Please check the facility's website for the latest information before making a trip.
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| O V E R V I E W | |
| Facility: | Thorn Creek Nature Center |
| Description: | At 830 acres, Thorn Creek Nature Preserve lies at the headwaters of Thorn Creek and consists of bottomlands, ravines, white-oak forest interspersed with marsh and meadows. Thorn Creek Nature Center, located within the preserve, houses a variety of exhibits, nature displays, maps, photographic studies, and a research library. The Nature Center also offers a variety of nature-oriented programs for families and adults such as owl prowls and astronomy programs. Thorn Creek's 2.5 miles of hiking trails display the loveliness of the preserve's surroundings and are a must see. The trails include a trip around Owl Lake and along a boardwalk through the marsh. |
| A D D R E S S | |
| Address 1: | 247 Monee Rd |
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| City: | Park Forest IL |
| State/Province: | IL |
| Zip Code: | 60466 |
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| Hours: | The preserve is open 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily; the Nature Center is open 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Thursday - Sunday. For information call 708.747.6320. |
| Admission: | free |
| Telephone: | (708) 747-6320 |
| Website: | http://www.fpdwc.org/thorn.cfm |
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