Location:
1342 E 54th St
Chicago, IL 60615
Location Notes:
Access the southern entrance to this natural areas from the East 54th St. cul-de-sac.
Located Within:
Nichols (John Fountain) Park
Features:
Prairie, Savanna
Hours Notes
Natural areas are open from dawn to dusk daily.
Description
Nichols Park Natural Area is a small (0.3 acres) native prairie and savanna tucked into the northwest corner of Nichols Park. In the summer and early fall, the natural area features a wide array of wildflowers that attract and feed local wildlife, especially butterflies, birds, and bees. A crushed gravel trail winds through the natural area.
In addition to maintenance conducted by the park district, Nichols Park Natural Area benefits from the dedication and hard work of volunteers who collect and scatter native seed, plant native species, pick up trash, monitor vegetation and birds, and remove invasive species. Learn more about volunteer opportunities by visiting our Community Stewardship Program page.
Help keep wildlife wild, safe, and healthy by following posted signage and Natural Areas Rules and Regulations. For questions regarding Chicago Park District Natural Areas, email nature@chicagoparkdistrict.com.