Off North Milwaukee Avenue in Vernon Hills, north of the intersection of North Milwaukee Avenue and Old Half Day Road. In the link under Des Plaines River Trail South a map may be found.

Lake County Forest Preserve District

www.lcfd.org/half-day/

34 miles from the center of town

There are accessible parking spaces and restrooms.

Biking, Birdwatching (sparrows, vireos, warblers), Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Jogging, Picnicking, Running and Wildflowers

The preserve is named for Potowatomi chief Aptakisic. His name means “the sun at its meridian” or “half day”.

The preserve contains restrooms and water fountains.

A tasty breakfast may be obtained at Walker Bros. The Original Pancake House – Lincolnshire located at 200 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire.

Des Plaines River Trail which is described on this website and Captain Daniel Wright Woods Forest Preserve featuring Biking, Cross-Country Skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Jogging, Picnicking, Playground and Running

Spring, Summer, Fall