Where to see common milkweed in Illinois

We found 35 places featuring common milkweed in Illinois. Plan your next visit below.

Botanical Garden50 species

Illinois, US

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Botanical Garden and Cultural Heritage

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Brown-Belted Bumble Bee.

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Historic Site1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Brandon Road Lock and Dam

Barge Watching and Des Plaines River

You might spot Carolina Mantis and Goldenrod Soldier Beetle.

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Park50 species

Illinois, US

Durso Park

"family Friendly", "neighborhood Park", "playground", "outdoor Recreation", "urban Green Space", "basketball Courts", "picnic Spot", "birdwatching"

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Rock Pigeon.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park

Birdwatching, Family Friendly, Historic, Cultural, Outdoor Recreation, Boating, Urban Oasis, Wildlife Viewing

You might spot American Robin, Canada Goose, and House Sparrow.

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Botanical Garden2 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Lilacia Park

Botanical Garden and Family Friendly

You might spot American Robin, Monarch, and Duck.

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Park1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Lily Gardens Park

Family Friendly, Playground, Urban Park, Community Park, Outdoor Recreation, Free Admission, Children's Play Area, Neighborhood Green Space.

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel, American Robin, and Duck.

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Historic Site50 species

Illinois, US

Lock and Dam No. 19

Bald Eagles and Bird Watching

You might spot Northern Cardinal, Eastern Pondhawk, and Common Watersnake.

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Loop Retail Historic District place preview

Historic District1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Loop Retail Historic District

Architecture and Chicago History

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Rock Pigeon.

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Historic District1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Michigan–Wacker Historic District

Art Deco and Chicago Architecture

You might spot Canada Goose, House Sparrow, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

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Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie place preview

Forest50 species

Illinois, US

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie

Accessible Trails and Bird Watching

You might spot Osage-Orange, Cutleaf Teasel, and Red Clover.

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Park50 species

Illinois, US

Palmer Square Park

Arboretum and Bird Watching

You might spot American Robin, Eastern Gray Squirrel, and Canada Goose.

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Park50 species

Illinois, US

River Park

Wildlife Friendly, Family Friendly, Birdwatching, Paddling, Fishing, Hiking, Accessible, Nature Reserve, Sports

You might spot American Robin and White-Tailed Deer.

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Trail50 species

Illinois, US

Sauganash Trail

Rails To Trails, Urban Oasis, Walking, Cycling, Running, Wildlife, Family Friendly, Accessible, Nature, Chicago Park

You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Lesser Celandine, and American Robin.

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Park2 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Scoville Park

Accessible and Community

You might spot Common Milkweed and Common Eastern Bumble Bee.

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Park12 species

Illinois, US

Armour Square Park

Beaux Arts Architecture and Community Hub

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel and Canada Goose.

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Neighborhood2 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Bronzeville

African American History and Architecture

You might spot Eastern Gray Squirrel, Duck, and Canada Goose.

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Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District place preview

Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District

Bird Watching and Engineering Marvel

You might spot Blue Phlox, Great Blue Heron, and Bloodroot.

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Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Galena Historic District

19th Century Architecture and Civil War History

You might spot Dame's Rocket, Ivy-Leaved Toadflax, and Wild Bergamot.

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Botanical Garden2 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Garfield Park

Botanical Garden and Chicago Landmark.

You might spot Common Milkweed, Great Blue Heron, and Canada Goose.

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Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Historic Michigan Boulevard District

Architectural and Beaux Arts

You might spot Canada Goose, Rock Pigeon, and House Sparrow.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Hyde Park–Kenwood Historic District

Barack Obama Residence and Chicago Architecture

You might spot American Robin, Great Blue Heron, and Duck.

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Botanical Garden12 species

Illinois, US

Ladd Arboretum

Bird Watching and Botanical Garden

You might spot Eastern Cottontail, American Robin, and Monarch.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Lockport Historic District

19th Century History and Canal Era

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee and Monarch.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Main Street Historic District

Architectural History and Family Friendly

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee, Baltimore Oriole, and Monarch.

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Botanical Garden1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Oak Park Conservatory

Botanical Garden and Cactus & Succulents

You might spot Common Eastern Bumble Bee, House Sparrow, and Monarch.

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Philip H. Sheridan Reserve Center place preview

Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Philip H. Sheridan Reserve Center

"birdwatching" and "cross Country Skiing"

You might spot Monarch, Red-Tailed Hawk, and Large White Trillium.

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Historic District12 species

Illinois, US

Pilsen Historic District

Architecture and Art

You might spot Rock Pigeon, Canada Goose, and House Sparrow.

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National Park12 species

Illinois, US

Pullman National Historical Park

Chicago History and Civil Rights

You might spot Painted Turtle, Red-Tailed Hawk, and American Herring Gull.

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Natural Landmark12 species

Illinois, US

Stolp Island

Architectural Landmark and Cultural Heritage

You might spot American Robin, Great Blue Heron, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Sycamore Historic District

Cultural Heritage and Family Friendly.

You might spot Raccoon, White-Tailed Deer, and False Rue Anemone.

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Park10 species

Illinois, US

Gompers Park

Birdwatching, Hiking, Family Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Fishing, Wetlands, Playground, Sports Facilities, Nature Trails, Chicago River, Historic, Picnicking.

You might spot Pond Slider and Great Blue Heron.

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Park10 species

Illinois, US

Indian Boundary Park

Park, Cultural Center, Nature Area, Family Friendly, Playground, Birdwatching, Historic, Urban Oasis, Accessible, Community Events

You might spot Pond Slider, Virginia Bluebells, and Canada Goose.

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Natural Landmark9 species

Illinois, US

Northerly Island

Birdwatching, Hiking, Nature Preserve, Urban Oasis, Skyline Views, Family Friendly, Wheelchair Accessible, Fishing

You might spot Canada Goose, Ring-Billed Gull, and Red-Winged Blackbird.

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Park8 species

Illinois, US

Eugene Field Park

Bird Watching and Family Friendly

You might spot Illinois Bundleflower, Wild Bergamot, and Cup Plant.

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Park8 species

Illinois, US

Ping Tom Memorial Park

Urban Oasis, Chinese Garden, Riverfront, Family Friendly, Kayaking, Birdwatching, Cultural Hub, Wheelchair Accessible, Skyline Views, Nature Trails

You might spot Canada Goose, Common Milkweed, and Wild Bergamot.

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Scoville Park

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Humboldt (Alexander Von) Park

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Lily Gardens Park

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