Deer Grove Forest Preserve West Dundee Road, Palatine, IL 60067

"Nice rolling hill, wooded trail. The paths overall were packed dirt/gravel, but there were some paved options. There picnic areas as well. We also saw a coyote. It was very pretty and had some small ponds and open fields. We parked at the Camp Alphonse lot. There’s no public bathroom there and some of the spots have been taken up by gravel from some work that’s being done. But there were still like 10 or so spots."

"A couple sledding hills here. If you have young kids, use the hill at the first location when you go in. My son is 8 and did enjoy it, but I thought it was lacking. I recall seeing the sign mention another hill so got in and went halfway through the forest preserve to the opposite side and MUCH better. Much bigger, steeper hill that was packed down all the way across and a great time for all."

"Beautiful and well maintained trails. Me and my dog had a wonderful time."

"One of the best trails I’ve been! There are many choices for your route. It’s always calm and quiet."

"When the weather conditions stay conducive during autumn and fall foliage is at its peak, Deer Grove (east side specifically) has absolutely beautiful fall colors, and excellent spot for fall photography. Plenty of parking, several hiking trails and some picnic groves. All in all a very beautiful forest preserve."