Part of Tyler Creek Forest Preserve Closed for Parking, Stream Corridor Improvements
The southern part of Tyler Creek Forest Preserve has been closed through Nov. 20 for a construction project that will help restore the stream corridor at the Elgin preserve.
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will remove the vehicle bridge and parking lots south of Tyler Creek. New parking will be added north of Tyler Creek, closer to the shelter. Mowed hiking trails will remain in place, south of the creek, and may be accessed via the pedestrian bridge, beginning Nov. 20.
The northern part of the preserve will remain open during construction.
Tyler Creek Forest Preserve is located at 401 Davis Road, Elgin.
For more information on this project, contact the Forest Preserve District at 630-232-5980.
About the Kane County Forest Preserve District
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County acquires, holds and maintains land to preserve natural and historic resources, habitats, flora and fauna. The district restores, restocks, protects and preserves open space for the education, recreation and pleasure of Kane County citizens. For more information, visit the district’s website or find them on social media via Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Also, sign up for the quarterly TreeLine Newsletter.
About Tyler Creek Forest Preserve
The gravel-sand bottomed Tyler Creek is the centerpiece of this fine example of multipurpose urban open space. The Tyler Creek Preserve along with Elburn, Johnson Mound, and Bliss Woods was the original Forest Preserve District. The city of Elgin now surrounds this once rural setting. Sewer and water are now supplied to the site. Elgin police assist us with patrols and schools use the site for educational purposes year round. Judson College is our down stream neighbor.
The site is characterized by Tyler Creek and its floodplain with Oak-Hickory forests on the steep slopes. The Forest Preserve Staff has begun a habitat restoration program for the site resulting in the appearance of a number of rare plants. The site has been used by the Staff for spring wildflower walks for the enjoyment and education of the public. The Tyler Creek extension of the bike trail was installed in 1991 and has become a popular starting point for trail users.
Tyler Creek is located at the intersection of Route 31 and Davis Road in Elgin. A creek runs through the preserves. This preserve has hiking trails, ball diamonds, and an excellent picnic area.
