About the Nature Center
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center is the perfect place to enjoy rich fall colors, snow-frosted trees, spring wildflowers, summer amphibians, and an ever changing host of birds near the pond, in the woods, or even from the comfort of the nature center. The 67-acre natural area that flanks both sides of Brookside Drive has a wheelchair accessible trail that leads to the pond and sedge meadow as well as wide, wood-chipped trails to access other areas. Please bring your family and friends. We have games and activities for children and families to enjoy together.

For more information about Hawthorne Hill Nature Center, contact (847) 931-6123.

Location
28 Brookside Drive
Elgin, IL 60123

Hours
The nature center is open:

• Every Friday - 9 am - Noon
• Every Saturday - 1 pm - 4 pm 
• Second Sunday of each month - 1 pm - 4 pm 

 
In case of school cancellation due to severe weather, the nature center will be closed. Trails are open daily from 8:00 a.m. until dusk.

Mission
The mission of Hawthorne Hill Nature Center is to educate people about nature, themselves, and others.