Exploring Chicago’s Most Sophisticated Suburb
Located on the North Shore of Lake Michigan just a train ride away from downtown Chicago, historic Lake Forest delights visitors with a diverse array of shopping, world-class golf, cultural experiences and outdoor pursuits. It was founded in 1857 and has long been considered one of Chicago’s most scenic, historical, and architecturally significant suburbs.
Gorton Community Center
400 East Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL 60045
Gorton Community Center is a nonprofit organization that operates to enrich the lives of our communities through cultural arts, education, and charitable service. Gorton presents film, classes and events year-round for all ages.
Glunz Family
Winery & Cellars
888 East Belvedere Road Grayslake, IL 60030
The Glunz Family Winery & Cellars are producers of small batches of fortified and seasonal wines including a famous raspberry wine. The vineyard has its own tasting room and raspberry picking is also available during the season.
Biking & Hiking
- Green Bay Trail – 18 miles of meandering trail through several parks and downtown areas from Wilmette to Lake Bluff.
- Illinois Beach State Park – Features 12 miles of trails through woods and protected natural sand dunes.
- North Shore Bike Path – Two legs run from Lake Bluff north to the Wisconsin border, and west to Mundelein.
- Charter Fishing – World-class sport fishing for salmon and trout in Wisconsin and great lakes waters. For a list of charters visit great-lakes.org/il/chartlist.html
Deerpath Golf Course
500 W. Deerpath Lake Forest, IL 60045
Public golf facility. Number of holes: 18; Par for course: 70
Cuneo Museum & Gardens
Venetian style mansion, with its own private chapel, houses a collection of fine antiques and arts. The grounds are comprised of 75 acres with lakes, fountains, formal gardens, classical statuary, a private 9-hole golf course, and a conservatory of exotic plants.
For more details visit lake-online.com/cuneo
Chicago Botanical Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, IL 60022
There are 26 Gardens to visit including a romantic English walled garden. The botanical garden has a variety of habitats, plants, and perennials changing along with the seasons. An array of events takes place on a monthly basis at the garden, call for additional information.
Chain O’Lakes State Park
8916 Wilmot Road Spring Grove, IL 60081
2793 acres located to 3230- acre conservation area bordering three lakes and the Fox River.
Independence Grove Forest Preserve
16400 W. Buckley Road Libertyville, IL 60048
A new outdoors recreation destination, located in the valley of the Des Plaines River.
Illinois Beach State Park
Zion, IL 60099
Illinois Beach State Park is located along the shores of Lake Michigan; the park offers campground services, picnic areas, hiking, biking, trails and nature programs.
Gurnee Mills
6170 West Grand Avenue Gurnee, IL 60031
Over 200 shopping, dining and entertainment options available at this grand mall.
Historic Long Grove
307 Old McHenry Road Long Grove, IL 60047
A historic experience, shops and restaurants are located in this 19th century German farming settlement.
Main Street
Libertyville, Inc.
133 East Cook Avenue Libertyville, IL 60048
Libertyville is located in the heart of Lake County; enjoy a unique shopping experience by visiting quaint shops, restaurants, and galleries.
Westfield Shopping
Town Hawthorn
122 Hawthorn Center Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Over 140 specialty stores and dining options available.
Gurnee Antique Center
5742 Northridge Drive Gurnee, IL 60031
The Gurnee Antique Center is a 24, 000 square feet establishment where everything being sold has to be at least fifty years old. Book, jewelry, and furniture available.