# Heron Creek Forest Preserve > Forest preserve offers serene atmosphere with bridges over bubbling creeks and diverse native plant life. Trails are well-maintained and shaded, suitable for leisurely walks and family outings. Large, accessible playgrounds provide engaging spaces for children of various ages. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/HeronCreekForestPreserve - Address: 22890 N Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, Illinois, United States - Phone: +18473676640 - Website: http://www.lcfpd.org/heron-creek/ ## What it is good for - Nice View — 10/10 - Kid Friendly — 10/10 - Quiet — 10/10 - Scenic Views — 10/10 - Parks — 9.4/10 - Parking Available — 8.8/10 - Meditation Spot — 8/10 - Playground — 7.9/10 - Dog Friendly — 6.7/10 - Bathroom — 6.7/10 ## What people say - "It's a great kid-friendly spot with a fun playground." - "I saw lots of birds and rabbits with a nice view." - "It's a beautiful, quiet walk here." ## Good to know - Use the entrance on Old McHenry instead of the one on Cuba. - It has public restrooms that are well maintained. - Register in advance if you want to use the shelter. - Before 8am, there is plenty of parking and shade on the 2-mile trail. - The trails are well-maintained and wind through diverse landscapes. ## 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.