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Fort Sheridan Walk: Self-Guided

Fort Sheridan Walk progarm, photo by Taylor Studios

Take a hike through Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve to learn about the rich military history of the site and the unique natural features. Self-guided tour materials provide each classroom teacher with the information needed to lead students through the exploration.

Call 847-968-3321 to reserve this program.

Cost: 
Free
Grade Level: 
5-8
Learning Standards: 
12B,E, 16A
Length (time): 
2 hours
When Offered: 
Year-round
Location: 

Fort Sheridan, Highland Park

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve
Highland Park
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Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve features rolling terrain, bluffs, ravines and mature trees set on the Lake Michigan shoreline Trails wind through the preserve to the sandy shores of Lake Michigan, providing the first official public access to this section of shoreline since the Fort's military operations began in 1887. In addition, the site features educational exhibits about the Fort's history and ecology.

Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve is located in southeast Lake County near Highland Park. The entrance to Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve is located on Sheridan Road at Old Elm Road and Simonds Way near Highland Park. Enter on Simonds Way, left on Leonard Wood Drive North, left on Gilgare Lane to parking area.