Lake County Parks

Nature is full of lots of surprises-maybe even fairies! Come join us at Stoney Run where we will build a house in the woods for fairies and nature’s friends to visit. The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity...

Burn off those holiday calories with a hike around Lemon Lake. Please dress for weather. Pre-registration is required, please call 219-844-3188.

Join us for a special evening venture as we take a hike as the sun sets and the night forest animals awaken. We will finish up our time around a campfire for snacks. Program is $5 per person. Pre-registration required, please call 219-844-3188.

Join us for the first full moon of 2020. Please dress for the weather. Pre-registration required, call 219-844-3188. Program is free, donations appreciated. Program is designed for adults.

Join us as Dave Dolak, Professor of Instruction in the Science and Mathematics Department of Columbia College Chicago, Calumet region native and graduate researcher at Indiana Dunes National  Lakeshore, dives into the geology of the Dunes Region....

Looking for a simple way to spend Valentine’s Day? Join us as we take a hike around Gibson Woods and then warm up with some hot chocolate afterwards. There is a $2 fee per person. Please dress for the weather.  Pre-registration required, call...

Increase your birding lists by enhancing your birding skills! Join us each week as we familiarize ourselves with the bird songs we hear in Northwest Indiana throughout the year. Mark your calendars and join us on Wednesdays from October 23 - February...

The land looked much different when the settlers first came to what is now Indiana. Take a hike and ‘travel back in time’ to enjoy the beauty of the tallgrass prairie in autumn. Pre-registration required, call 219-844-3188. Program is free and...

Foster that natural curiosity in your little one by venturing outdoors to ‘spy’ what’s happening at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve. Each session will include a story, craft, snack and plenty of outdoor exploration. For ages 3-5 with a...

Many species of birds stick around for our cold Northwest Indiana winters. We will learn about some of them, take a short outdoor walk to see who’s around and then make some treats for them to enjoy at the feeder station (and one for your to take...