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...

All Fired Up - Pat Benatar Musical Tribute at the Decatur Civic Center
Decatur Civic Center • Oct 03 @ 8PM
Get ready to rock with All Fired Up, the ultimate tribute to the legendary Pat Benatar!
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Shoreline Classic
Nelson Park • Oct 03 – Oct 05 @ 7:30AM
Lace up for the 36th Annual DRC Shoreline Classic!
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Forever Janis - Janis Joplin Musical Tribute Act at the Decatur Civic Center
Decatur Civic Center • Oct 04 @ 8PM
Experience the powerful, soulful energy of Janis Joplin with Forever Janis, a tribute celebrating her unforgettable blues-rock vocals and iconic legacy.
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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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