Lush, green woods all around, fresh pollution-free air, children and adults, both alike, enjoying a kayaking expedition in the undisturbed water of a lake.  All of this can be found at Independence Grove, a natural forest preserve on 16400 West Buckley Road, Libertyville, IL.  It’s time to free yourself a the city commotion and your problems and enjoy the calmness of Independence Grove.

You can bike, canoe, or kayak around the spacious marina.  Don’t have a bike or boat? Don’t worry! You can rent one there.  If you are not into boating, and fishing is your hobby, then visit the lake, which is natural, and full of fish ready to bite.  You can also hike on the trails, which contain breath-taking sceneries.  North Bay Pavilion is a open area which is the best place for a picnic, which also has pretty scenery.  Talking about scenery, sunset watching is a hit there.  Independence Grove is located in an excellent place to watch the sunset.  We even have an artificial beach which children will enjoy! Does your dog not like to be walked in the city?  Bring your dog to Independence Grove.  We have a place for him too.  Independence Grove has a dog park, which is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The marina which is 115 acres big, is open from 6:30 a.m. to one hour before sun set.  The beach is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  There is also a cafeteria, which is open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Both children and adults can and will enjoy Independence Grove.  Pets are also allowed.

In conclusion, Independence Grove is the best place for your family to go vacationing, if you like nature and fresh air.  It is necessary to have at least one vacation in Independence Grove.  So I strongly urge you to go to Independence Grove this weekend for some greenery and open space.