Category Archive for "Great Outdoors" | The Woodlands of Cresthill

4 Gorgeous Parks near Crest Hill

Thursday, November 12, 2020

The base of a mature tree in a park, surrounded by a blanket of fallen orange leaves

If you enjoy mystical views, glimmering lakes, and rolling hills, our apartments in Crest Hill are the perfect spot for nature lovers. Venture to one of these lovely parks near Crest Hill that could be the destination of your next great adventure. 1. Lake Renwick Preserve Lake Renwick Preserve is a 200-acre lake with a wetland […]

Grab Some Fresh Air at Crest Hill Nature Preserves

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Categories: Activities, Around Town, Great Outdoors

If you’d like to get outside, breathe in the fresh air, and get some exercise, spend a day exploring all that nature has to offer. These three Crest Hill nature preserves have everything from grassy hills and prairie preserves to wetlands. Hit the trails and enjoy your favorite activities in the great outdoors. The best […]

Get Fit While Social Distancing at the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Preserve

Friday, July 17, 2020

Categories: Activities, Great Outdoors, Health & Fitness, Local

A woman walking at the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Preserve.

Summer is here, which means it’s time to explore the outdoors. The Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Preserve is just a 25-minute drive from our Crest Hill apartments and is the perfect getaway for a weekend or sunny afternoon. Here are three activities you can enjoy at this reserve. Hiking The reserve has several trails of […]