Chicago River Schools Network
Bunker Hill
North Branch of the Chicago River
Address or Nearest Intersection:
N.Caldwell Ave. and N. Tonty Ave., Chicago, IL or
W. Devon Ave. just east of Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL
Directions:Enter Bunker Hill Forest Preserve off of
Caldwell Ave., south of the Touhy Ave. and north of
Devon Ave. Once in the Bunker Hill forest preserve,
take the drive to the first parking lot on your left.
Continue to the southern end of parking lot. Walk the
path down to river (there will be a bridge in front of you).
Alternate access is at Caldwell Woods on the north
side of Devon Ave. just east of Milwaukee Ave. If you access via Caldwell
Woods just park and walk the bike trail to the north side of the preserve
(until you get to the bridge).
Owner:Forest Preserves of Cook County (permit required)
Habitat Description:Oak Savanna and woodlands.
Access to water:Good access to the
east of the bridge on the north side of the
river.
Amenities:Toilets available seasonally.
Shelters for eating are available.
Parking:Parkinglot
Capacity:60 students
Chicago River Schools Network
N. Caldwell Ave.
& N. Tonty Ave.
Touhy Ave.
Access from South –
Caldwell Woods
Access from North –
Bunker Hill
Same site –
Two different
ways to get there
W. Devon Ave. &
N. Milwaukee Ave.
Harts Rd.
Milwaukee Ave.
