Lake County Forest Preserves


Lake County Forest Preserves (also called Lake County Forest Preserve District, or LCFPD) is a governmental organization that purchases land and oversees the use of such public open-space in Lake County, Illinois. It is a member of Chicago Wilderness.

Lake County Forest Preserves
Formation1958
TypeGovernmental organization
PurposePreservation, restoration, education and recreation (of open space in Lake County, IL)
HeadquartersLibertyville, IL
Region served
Lake County, IL
Main organ
Lake County Board
Websitelcfpd.org

The board of directors is also the board of Lake County. The directors are voted into office, and represent their respective districts in Lake County.

Recreational activities provided by the organization's land includes biking on trails, paddling, dog parks, fishing, horseback riding, swimming, winter sports, and many more.

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