Rock Run Preserve - Black Road Access Black Road, Joliet, IL 60431
About the Business
Rock Run Preserve - Black Road Access is a stunning park and tourist attraction located in Joliet, Illinois, United States. Covering 320 acres of land acquired between 1990 and 2009, this preserve is a haven for nature lovers. With diverse habitats including forest, prairie, wetland, and a portion of Rock Run, visitors can explore a variety of ecosystems and wildlife.
The preserve is home to over 500 plant species and more than 100 bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers and botanists. Managed with invasive species control, prescribed burning, and habitat restoration, Rock Run Preserve is dedicated to protecting and enhancing its natural resources.
Visitors can enjoy 0.52 miles of crushed limestone trails for hiking and biking, as well as access to the 11.24-mile Rock Run Greenway Trail. This trail connects to the I&M Canal State Trail and the Joliet Junction Trail, creating a 16-mile loop trail for outdoor enthusiasts.
Black Road Access also offers shoreline fishing on a quarry pond, with permits available for geocaching. Stay updated on news and upcoming programs by following Rock Run Preserve on Facebook. Don't forget to support the Forest Preserve District by making a donation to the Nature Foundation of Will County or the Friends of the Forest Preserve Foundation. Visit Black Road Access for a memorable outdoor adventure in the heart of Illinois.
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Black Rd, Joliet, IL 60431, United States
Reviews
"Perfect roughly 2 mile circle. Love seeing all the deer and bird watching can be plentiful. Conveniently located near my home."
"One of our favorite places in the area to walk and ride bikes. Plenty of trail space for all. Enjoy!"
"Such a great place to enjoy the beauty of nature!! Fishing, walking and any outdoor forest adventure the mind can think of right of the beaten path of busy Shorewood/Joliet.........The deer are gorgeous to view and my family will be going at least once a week to enjoy the pristine landscape and we thank the park district and local government for doing such a great job keeping the property safe and clean!!! Just take a turn down the street, park and enjoy simple life for a moment or two!!"
"Nice trails through a restored prairie, a small woodland, and expansive wetland. Out house and picnic pavilion. Busy still plenty of room."
"This is a nice place. I've been to better and prettier, but for a park in the middle of everything and where people live, this is bigger and top knotch in a way I didn't expect. I loved a lot of the area, just wish it wasn't so easy to see the homes around it."
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