Eco-friendly Hotels

• Hotel Indigo in Vernon Hills offers extensive sustainable programs.
• Look for other Eco-friendly hotels including the Hyatt Deerfield, plus Marriott and Hilton properties throughout Lake County.

Farm Fresh Spaces

• Many Lake County communities hold farmers markets throughout the spring, summer and fall. Check the Calendar of Events for details.
• Didier Farms' Farmstand and Garden Center, open April - October.
• Cut your own Christmas tree at Richardson Farm.

Wineries

• Valentino Vineyards & Winery - 20-acre vineyard, low-sulfite wines.
• Award winning Glunz Winery offers small-batch fortified wines.

State Parks and Natural Spaces

• Chicago Botanic Garden - Spectacular gardens and natural conservation.
• Lake County Forest Preserves protects natural areas. Ryerson Woods Welcome Center features "green" architecture.
• Help save natural areas during Lake County Forest Preserves Restoration Workdays.
• Chain O'Lakes State Park offers hiking and equestrian trails and more.
• Illinois Beach State Park features Lake Michigan shoreline with dunes, vast arrays of animal life and vegetation.
• Volo Bog State Natural Area, Illinois' only "quaking" bog.
• Conservation community Prairie Crossing offers organic farming and restored natural areas.

• Be sure to check out our sample Green Spaces itinerary to give you an idea of the variety of choices awaiting you in Lake County, Illinois!