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...

Toast - The Ultimate Bread Experience at the Lincoln Square Theater
The Lincoln Square Theater • May 03 @ 7PM
Toast is the No. 1 Tribute in the world to the 70's hit band, Bread!
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Millikin Opera Gala at Albert Taylor Theatre
Albert Taylor Theatre • May 06 @ 7:30PM
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of opera and musical theatre classics as Millikin University welcomes alumnus Zach Devin, Class of 2008, back to the stage.
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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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Rock Springs Nature Center
Decatur
Rock Springs Conservation Area and Rock Springs Nature Center are located at 3939 Nearing Lane in Decatur, Illinois.
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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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