Oakridge Forest Preserve Tours

The local community has put in lots of time and effort to protect and conserve the natural environment at Oakridge Forest Preserve. Spend some time enjoying and exploring this very special green space.

This nature reserve is often on the itineraries of visitors to Illinois. But Oakridge Forest Preserve isn't the only drawcard here. Hurricane Harbor Rockford, CherryVale Mall, and The Cherry Bowl are some other recommended attractions nearby.

Plan a trip to see Oakridge Forest Preserve

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The Wildwood Hotel

The Wildwood Hotel

3.5 out of 5
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Price was $601, price is now $329 per person
$329
per person
Dec 4 - Dec 7
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to St. Louis (STL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,581 reviews)
Visited to do some writing. Staff was friendly and helpful, all amenities were clean and functional. Wildwood area is pretty quiet after 8.

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
Price was $1,598, price is now $679 per person
$679
per person
Dec 21 - Dec 26
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews)
One bad part -drain in tub very slow. Called to fix it but even afterwards still slow. Also room was not cleaned one day, had to call to get it done.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

4 out of 5
Downtown Chicago
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Price was $684, price is now $363 per person
$363
per person
Nov 13 - Nov 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Chicago (ORD)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,427 reviews)
Cleaning staff amazing! Great proximity to everything on Michigan Ave! Starbucks across the street along with Garrett’s popcorn !

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025

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3/5(1 review)

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Pepper Creek Gift & Flower Shop

Skateland

4/5(13 reviews)

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Skateland

Best Lodging Options Near Oakridge Forest Preserve

Baymont by Wyndham Rockford

Baymont by Wyndham Rockford

3 out of 5
662 N Lyford Rd, Rockford, IL
Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG

Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG

3 out of 5
7550 E State Street, Rockford, IL
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
Econo Lodge

Econo Lodge

2 out of 5
7712 Potawatomi Trail, Rockford, IL
Econo Lodge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rockford

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rockford

2.5 out of 5
7651 Walton Street, Rockford, IL
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Rockford
Log Cabin Escape+King B+Hot Tub+Sauna+River Views

Log Cabin Escape+King B+Hot Tub+Sauna+River Views

2 out of 5
Cherry Valley
Log Cabin Escape+King B+Hot Tub+Sauna+River Views
Sleep Inn Rockford I-90

Sleep Inn Rockford I-90

2.5 out of 5
725 Clark Drive, Rockford, IL
Sleep Inn Rockford I-90
Charming 1-bedroom cottage in Cherry Valley - within walking distance to parks.

Charming 1-bedroom cottage in Cherry Valley - within walking distance to parks.

Cherry Valley
Charming 1-bedroom cottage in Cherry Valley - within walking distance to parks.
Hilton Garden Inn Rockford

Hilton Garden Inn Rockford

3 out of 5
7675 Walton St, Rockford, IL
Hilton Garden Inn Rockford
Days Inn by Wyndham Rockford I-90 Casino District

Days Inn by Wyndham Rockford I-90 Casino District

2.5 out of 5
220 S Lyford Rd, Rockford, IL
Days Inn by Wyndham Rockford I-90 Casino District
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