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River Trail Nature Center
Park · Northbrook, Illinois
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Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
River Trail Nature Center’s free exhibits, walking trails and onsite nature educators help tell the story of the plants, animals and natural landscapes formed by the Des Plaines River. Learn how to make maple syrup, meet an owl or join a guided hike at all-ages events each week—or just let the kids climb and create at indoor and outdoor play areas.
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Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 05529000, as of Aug 22, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Illinois yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DES PLAINES RIVER NEAR DES PLAINES, IL (0.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:45 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is River Trail Nature Center?
- River Trail Nature Center is a park in Northbrook, Illinois.
- Can you swim at River Trail Nature Center?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is River Trail Nature Center rated?
- River Trail Nature Center in Northbrook, Illinois has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 248 reviews.
- What amenities does River Trail Nature Center have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at River Trail Nature Center include camping-nearby.
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Location & Contact
3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
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+1 847-824-8360Popular Times
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