Nachusa Grasslands
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THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
Visitor Center Open dawn to dusk 7 days a week No Dogs Allowed 2075 Lowden Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031 Headquarters Barns (Volunteer workday meeting site) 8772 S Lowden Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031 Note: The Headquarters Barn is in Ogle County, and the Visitor Center is in Lee County. Both are on the same road, but the addresses are different. The Visitor Center is 1/2 mile south of the Headquarters Barn. |
The 4,100-acre Nachusa Grasslands preserve consists of large remnant prairie, woodlands, and wetlands being reconnected through habitat restoration to create one of the largest and most biologically diverse grasslands in Illinois.
Working hand–in–hand with Conservancy staff, a dynamic community of volunteer stewards collect and plant seeds, manage invasive species, repair wetlands, and conduct controlled burns in order to preserve, protect, and share this precious endangered ecosystem. Check out the Nachusa Visitor Center! |
Firearm Deer Season
Effective January 1, 2023, a new Illinois law will allow hunters to use centerfire, single-shot rifles in certain calibers for deer hunting. Note the hours of our designated hiking units during this time.
The two Illinois firearm hunting seasons on Nachusa lands are:
November 30 thru December 3 Firearm Season
Former landowners that still retain hunting rights at Nachusa, plus neighboring landowners, may also hunt during the firearm season of Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Do not hike our trails at Stonebarn Savanna and Jay Meiners on these dates.
The two Illinois firearm hunting seasons on Nachusa lands are:
- November 17-19
- December 7-10
November 30 thru December 3 Firearm Season
Former landowners that still retain hunting rights at Nachusa, plus neighboring landowners, may also hunt during the firearm season of Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Do not hike our trails at Stonebarn Savanna and Jay Meiners on these dates.
Nachusa Grasslands is open from dawn to dusk, and the public can hike in the non-fenced areas. See Hiking Destinations for recommendations.
