Red Oak Nature Center

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Red Oak Nature Center The region’s premier facility for nature and conservation education. Surrounded by more than 40 acres Make sure to visit Devil's Cave while you're here!

Nestled on the east bank of the Fox River, Red Oak is surrounded by 40 acres of lush forest and wildlife habitat - an ideal setting for visitors to learn about the great outdoors. Six hiking trails and the nationally renowned Fox River Trail offer avenues of exploration. An indoor museum offers hands-on experiences, with a wildlife room and live beehive. Comments on posts must stay on topic, not be of a threatening nature, include hate speech, or foul language. Abusive language will be removed immediately. PLEASE BE AWARE: we have witnessed many spam posters asking to sell their tickets to our events. Please use extreme caution contacting someone on Facebook you do not know, and we recommend not buying second-hand tickets. Only original tickets will be accepted for events. We do not hold any liability for the authenticity of second-hand tickets.

10/06/2026

Fall is a great time to explore nature as many of our native inhabitants will be busy fattening up and perfecting their homes for winter! Blink and you miss it just as fast as these deer scattered!

Heads up! The nature center will be closed to the public this Saturday for a private event where we will be hosting educ...
09/29/2026

Heads up! The nature center will be closed to the public this Saturday for a private event where we will be hosting educators to learn about Climate and Weather through our collaboration with the IDNR Education Department's ENTICE workshop.

09/17/2026

👣 Catch Bigfoot in action at the Bigfoot Trail Run 5K on Sept. 26! Register: bit.ly/Bigfoot5K2026

🌿 Our last open house of the year is happening on Wednesday, Sept. 16! Whether you've already booked or you're still exp...
09/08/2026

🌿 Our last open house of the year is happening on Wednesday, Sept. 16! Whether you've already booked or you're still exploring options, this is a great opportunity to ask planning questions, test decor ideas, meet our team, and picture your perfect day. Learn more at foxvalleyweddings.info/wilds/

📷: Windy City Production

Happy National Wildlfe Day! It's easy to celebrate this special occasion- visit your local nature center and learn about...
09/04/2026

Happy National Wildlfe Day! It's easy to celebrate this special occasion- visit your local nature center and learn about the animals living here. Did you know Red Oak is home to an endangered species called the Spotted turtle! Spot and Dot love visitors so drop by and say hello!

Please note: Starting Monday, Sept. 7, Red Oak Nature Center will be closed on Mondays.
09/01/2026

Please note: Starting Monday, Sept. 7, Red Oak Nature Center will be closed on Mondays.

Register for the Bigfoot 5K by Sept. 16 to receive a race medal and t-shirt! The race kicks off at The Wilds and winds t...
08/31/2026

Register for the Bigfoot 5K by Sept. 16 to receive a race medal and t-shirt! The race kicks off at The Wilds and winds through woodland and prairie on paved trails and all-terrain paths. After the race, celebrate with food and games.

New this year: Littlefoot's Dash! This short, high-energy 500-yard dash gives kids a chance to be part of the action and cross their own finish line with Bigfoot.

Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/WeAF50ZAVCM

Whether you’re dreaming of rustic charm or modern elegance, we have two stunning venues designed to make your celebratio...
08/31/2026

Whether you’re dreaming of rustic charm or modern elegance, we have two stunning venues designed to make your celebration unforgettable: The Barn and The Wilds. Explore our venues and picture your perfect day.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/LoUG50ZzVAr

*UPDATE: HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND- MORE FRIENDS HAVE BEEN PLACED ON DOLOMITE, BUBO AND TURTLE TRAIL- KEEP IN MIND THESE C...
08/26/2026

*UPDATE: HAPPY LABOR DAY WEEKEND- MORE FRIENDS HAVE BEEN PLACED ON DOLOMITE, BUBO AND TURTLE TRAIL- KEEP IN MIND THESE CRITTERS ARE LITTLE AND ARE YOURS TO KEEP. GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY HUNTING! Looking for something fun to do in the last days of summer? Come out to Red Oak and participate in our "World's Smallest" scavenger hunt. Tiny animal figures have been hidden on our trails. If you spot one, you get to keep it! (Please do not take any real animals). Post a picture here to show off your new friend!

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930 N. River Road
North Aurora, IL
60542

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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