Sep
6
Tour of Bluff Spring Fen
Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Public Welcome Free Event Public Garden Tour Nature Walk/Hike Free Public Parking
Bluff Spring Fen--This land is designated as one of the highest quality natural areas in the state. It is a rare fen, a type of wetland fed by mineral springs . 450 plant species, 57 butterfly species and more than 20 dragonfly species have been seen here. Almost 100 migratory birds nest here.
For more information go to: https://fpdcc.com/places/locations/bluff-spring-fen/
Enter through Bluff City Cemetery (https://www.cityofelgin.org/2105/Bluff-City-Cemetery) Turn south on Central, left on Spring Grove to the south end of the cemetery. Park on the right side of the road to allow traffic flow.