Larsen Nature Preserve

Larsen Nature Preserve is a large nature park located in Waukegan, Illinois. It gives home to white-tailed deer, raccoons, chipmunks, red-tailed hawks, owls, and many others. For the human visitor there are hiking trails to be explored and there is even an area where the dog can run around without a leash.

When visiting any Park in Waukegan, Illinois please respect the rules.

*All vehicles must stay in designated areas and obey all State of Illinois traffic laws.

*Please help keep the parks clean by disposing of trash in the proper containers. NO LITTERING!

*The following activities are prohibited; dangerous and/or boisterous behavior, playing of loud music, consumption of alcoholic beverages.

*Unless otherwise posted all parks close at sunset.

*All animals must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these rules, the parks, and all local, State of Illinois, and United States statutes. Be safe and have fun.