Where to see Virginia bluebells in Illinois

We found 23 places featuring Virginia bluebells 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 Site50 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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State Park1 sightings50 species

Illinois, US

Kickapoo State Recreation Area

Bird Watching and Camping

You might spot Eastern Red-Backed Salamander and Blanchard's Cricket Frog.

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Botanical Garden50 species

Illinois, US

Lilacia Park

Botanical Garden and Family Friendly

You might spot American Robin, Monarch, and Duck.

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Historic District50 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 District50 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

Forest1 sightings50 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

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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Park50 species

Illinois, US

Scoville Park

Accessible and Community

You might spot Common Milkweed and Common Eastern Bumble Bee.

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Botanical Garden12 species

Illinois, US

Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden

Bird Watching and Botanical Garden

You might spot Cassin's 13-Year Cicada, Duck, and White-Tailed Deer.

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Botanical Garden4 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Chicago Botanic Garden

Botanical Garden and Conservation

You might spot Large White Trillium and Virginia Bluebells.

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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 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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Historic District1 sightings12 species

Illinois, US

Mount Carroll Historic District

Architectural Photography and Brick Streets

You might spot Virginia Bluebells and Wavy-Lined Emerald.

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Botanical Garden12 species

Illinois, US

Robert Allerton Park

Art & Architecture and Family Friendly

You might spot Spring Blue-Eyed Mary and Dutchman's Breeches.

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Historic Site12 species

Illinois, US

Starved Rock Lock and Dam

Bald Eagles and Bird Watching

You might spot Snakewort and Sharp-Lobed Hepatica.

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Historic District2 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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Zoo1 sightings11 species

Illinois, US

Niabi Zoo

Animal Encounters and Conservation

You might spot Reticulated Giraffe and Southern White Rhinoceros.

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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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Park8 species

Illinois, US

Jackson Park

Birdwatching, Historic, Nature Sanctuary, Family Friendly, Lakefront, Walking Trails, Wildlife, Photography, Cherry Blossoms, Accessible.

You might spot Great Blue Heron and American Herring Gull.

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Chicago Botanic Garden

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Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District

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