Champaign County Forest Prsrv Email Format
Government AdministrationIllinois, United States2-10 Employees
Champaign County Forest Preserve District is a government administration entity responsible for managing forest preserves and park properties in Champaign County, based in Mahomet, Illinois. Its portfolio includes preserves such as MiddleFork River Forest Preserve and Heron View Forest Preserve, through which it provides outdoor recreation and natural area stewardship. The district undertakes trail and amenity development, including a dark sky trail at MiddleFork River Forest Preserve and improvements to the Lake of the Woods bike path. It operates with a small staff to oversee these properties and programs. The district serves residents and visitors of Champaign County seeking access to preserved natural areas and recreational opportunities. A recent development is the January 2024 launch of Snowflake Search, a district initiative introduced to expand community engagement around its preserves.