Herrick Lake Forest Preserve in Wheaton is one of our most popular preserves for kayaking, fishing and picnicking. And now you can host your birthday party, field trip or corporate outing here, too!
We offer two-, four or eight-hour packages on weekdays from the Tuesday after Memorial Day through the Friday before Labor Day. Details for each are listed below.
Plan your outing with Visitor Services at 630-871-6419.
Boating, Picnic, Fishing and Archery Outings
10 a.m. – noon, 1 – 3 p.m. or 4 – 6 p.m.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or 3 – 7 p.m.
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Two-Hour Package
Four-Hour Package
Eight-Hour Package
For Have It at Herrick programs, call 630-871-6419 weekdays 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The preserve is 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.
Trail Map (PDF)
3S580 Naperville Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
Visitor Services
Monday – Friday
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Phone: 630-933-7200
Email: forest@dupageforest.org
Police: 630-933-7240
Email: police@dupageforest.org
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