# Hammel Woods - Recreation Area > Large area with paved and dirt trails offers beautiful views and wildlife sightings like deer and butterflies. Atmosphere stays peaceful and relaxing, suitable for quiet walks, bike rides, and family picnics. Trails vary in length and elevation, accommodating both children and dogs. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/Hammel-Woods---Recreation-Area - Address: 23601 W Black Rd, Shorewood, Illinois, United States - Phone: +18157278700 - Website: https://www.reconnectwithnature.org/preserves-trails/preserves/hammel-woods/ ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Dog Friendly — 9.3/10 - Kid Friendly — 8.3/10 - Picnic — 7.5/10 ## What people say - "It's really dog friendly; I enjoyed walking my dog on the dirt trails." - "I loved the nice views of the river through the forest." - "The picnic areas are well maintained and great for family reunions." ## Good to know - Dogs are no longer allowed on the stairs at Hammel Woods. - The trails are under 2 miles long, making navigation easy. - The picnic area is well maintained and clean. - Hammel Woods can get busy, especially on weekends. - Expect to see wildlife like deer and butterflies. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.