Macon County Conservation District
3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, IL 62523
Hiking & Trails

We’re your backyard. A 3,300 acre backyard offering you natural areas, wildlife, historic sites, hiking, camping, and events all year.
Our green spaces boast bike and walking trails, picnic and camping facilities, and gardens.
What's happening nearby...

Decatur Craft Beer Festival 2025 in Central Park
Central Park • May 09 – May 10 @ 7PM
The Decatur Craft Beer Festival returns to Central Park in Downtown Decatur, bringing together a variety of breweries from across Illinois and beyond.
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ABBA LA at Kirkland Fine Arts Center
Kirkland Fine Arts Center • May 10 @ 7:30PM
ABBA LA is a tribute band like none other, celebrating the timeless music of ABBA in a delightful show that entertains and inspires.
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Pandora's Box at the Lincoln Square Theater
Lincoln Square Theater • May 18 @ 7PM
Experience the ultimate Aerosmith tribute with Pandora’s Box as they bring their mesmerizing, high-energy show to Decatur.
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Fort Daniel Conservation Area
Decatur
Located near Mt. Zion in southeastern Macon County, Illinois, Fort Daniel Conservation Area is a 200-acre site rich in history and recreational opportunity.
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Griswold Conservation Area
Decatur
The site features one of the glacial kame “mounds” of the Blue Mound area. Through the efforts of Blue Mound area citizens and civic groups, and…
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Sand Creek Conservation Area
Decatur
Sand Creek is a 755-acre open space site located just south of Decatur off South Franklin Street and is open to hikers & horseback riders.
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