DuPage forest preserves are open daily from one hour after sunrise until one hour after sunset, unless otherwise posted.
The Forest Preserve District closes some forest preserve parking lots, amenities and areas for the winter season, Dec. 1, 2021 ‒ Feb. 28, 2022. All areas are scheduled to reopen on March 1, 2022, weather permitting. These lots, areas and latrines are inaccessible not only for safety reasons but also to accommodate snow and ice removal and trail grooming at our most frequented areas. This seasonal plan also allows us to open off-leash dog areas and winter-activity areas as soon as safely possible to best serve forest preserve visitors.
Portable latrines are available all winter season at the following locations:
The following parking lots, amenities and areas are unavailable Dec. 1, 2021 ‒ Feb. 28, 2022. (Mild weather conditions may result in extended availability at some areas.)
The forest preserves are open daily from one hour after sunrise until one hour after sunset. Dogs must be on leashes under 10 feet long, and alcohol is prohibited. Read our Rules & Regulations.
Read more about how our crews maintain the forest preserves — including plowing and trail grooming — in winter.
Discover the many fun things to do in the forest preserves this winter, including snow tubing and snowshoe rentals!
3S580 Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
Visitor Services
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saturdays through Aug. 27
(except July 2)
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Phone: 630-933-7200
Email: forest@dupageforest.org
Police: 630-933-7240
Email: police@dupageforest.org
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