Gander
Antioch, Illinois
Hike
Within this 301-acre preserve is Lake County's highest natural elevation. Gander Mountain tops out at 957 feet above sea level. The site's 125-foot hill is the result of deposits left from the retreating glaciers at the end of the last ice age. A challenging hike to the top is paid off with a scenic view of the Fox River in the valley below.
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Add ResourceBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Antioch, Illinois
- Head west on Lake St toward Victoria (0.4 mi)
- Turn right onto IL-173 W (5.6 mi)
- Turn right onto Johnsburg Wilmot Rd/Wilmot RdContinue to follow Wilmot RdEntering Wisconsin(1.0 mi)
- Continue onto County Hwy W/Fox River Rd (0.2 mi)
- Turn right at County Hwy C K (0.2 mi)
Gander Mountain is located in northwestern Lake County in Antioch, Illinois.
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