Knoch Knolls Nature Center
Knoch Knolls Nature Center
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Previa1994
Chicago, IL6,652 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Visited Knoch Knolls Park in Naperville one August afternoon. The place is wonderful for outdoor enjoyment. There are many opportunities to keep oneself active here. We walked on the beautiful trails crossing over the DuPage River on two beautiful bridges. The trails are lovely with shade from interspersed. The paved trails are heavily used, but we did not see too many people on the unpaved nature trails. The trails are well marked. Lot of nice scenic places for photography. The Nature Center building and the surrounding prairie landscaping are very well done (did not go inside the building). There is an impressive children’s playground at the Nature Center.

Other recreational opportunities include a disc golf course and kayaking on the river. The longer DuPage River Trail goes by Knoch Knolls park. There is plenty of parking. Knoch Knolls Park is a wonderful place to enjoy nature.
Written 29 August 2020
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Peter-DG
Chicago, IL44 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
Great place to visit for an hour or a day. Part of the Naperville Park District. There are kayak rentals available some times. Kayak a few miles up and down Du Page River West Branch to the confluence with the East Branch and beyond. Lots of wood chip hiking trails and paved biking trails to various spots along the river. Impressive indoor facility and park, and plenty of parking.
Written 6 August 2019
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Daniel T
Naperville, IL16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2018 • Couples
This is an outstanding place for a family to spend an afternoon. There are a variety of activities that families can take advantage of. Including a great children's playground, walking paths through the woods and a picnic.
Written 2 October 2018
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Shannan Y
163 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2017 • Couples
We love this place, from the really fun playground to the walking and biking paths to the disc golf course to the nature center which is small but staffed with kind and knowledgable staff (and home to a turtle named Sheldon). The walk to the confluence of the branches of the DuPage River is lovely in all seasons.
Written 8 November 2017
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SueFNP
Bolingbrook, IL72 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2017
This is our favorite local park. Pretty trails in the woods, nice disc golf course, great playground, pretty river with a bridge. We like to use Knoch Knolls for kayaking. There's a big parking lot, clean bathrooms and easy access to the river with a beautiful peaceful stretch that feels like you've travelled miles away. Great way to relax!
Written 10 June 2017
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IlliniTrav
Phoenix, AZ7,160 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022
Knock Knolls is a pretty park, but it is spectacular in late April and early May. That's when the forest floor is carpeted with Virginia Bluebells. If you get to experience this, you will never forget it. To get to the bluebell area, cross the bridge over the DuPage River from the parking lot. After the bridge, there is a dirt path on your right. Follow this back into the woods. Most of the bluebells are a beautiful lavender blue shade, but if you're lucky you'll spot some white and pink ones. Enjoy your time here!
Written 9 May 2022
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Marsha L
Crete, Illinois5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2018 • Friends
Beautiful area to walk and enjoy awesome nature. Great for kids and adults to enjoy the Dupage River and a wonderful walking trails.
Written 29 September 2018
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nikegolfer9
Naperville, IL21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2016 • Family
I live very close to the Nature Center and ever since it has been built I walk there every day! I love the playground for the kids and the area in the back is perfect for camping programs! Also I heard the preschool there is wonderful, as it incorporates elements of nature into the learning process. The inside is very modern and has a lot of things for kids to look at and explore.
Written 14 June 2016
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Beatrice B
Naperville, IL93 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2016 • Couples
This is a nice free mini nature museum that is fun to look at with young kids, and there is a playground outside. If you're planning on going to the park then you should really stop in and see what they have. But I wouldn't make a long drive just to see it.
Written 23 March 2016
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Anurag Bansal
Kanpur, India567 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2018 • Couples
Loved this place for its nice scenic beauty. Dupage River with its rich flora & fauna, well maintained pathways, the prairies, etc are so inviting that you can’t resist going for a walk everyday. And don’t forget to carry your camera with you.
Written 4 November 2018
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