Sand Ridge State Forest

25779 E Co Rd 2300 N, Forest City, IL

For those who think central Illinois is one big corn field, Sand Ridge State Forest will come as a pleasant surprise. The forest is an island in a ... Read More

Powerton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

7982 S. Park Rd, Manito, IL

To manage, conserve and protect Illinois' natural, recreational and cultural resources, further the public's understanding and appreciation of thos... Read More

Spring Lake Fish & Wildlife Area

7982 South Park Rd, Manito, IL

Spring Lake Fish and Wildlife Area is located in Tazewell County, 25 miles southwest of Peoria on the east side of the Illinois River.In 1950 the s... Read More

Rice Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

19721 U.S. 24, Canton, IL

Providing a stop-over area for migrating waterfowl, Rice Lake and the surrounding areas provide an excellent opportunity for wildlife observation. ... Read More

Banner Marsh State Fish & Wildlife Area

19721 N. US 24, Canton, IL

Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area is located approximately 25 miles southwest of Peoria on U.S. Route 24 and is protected from the Illinois... Read More

Wildlife Prairie Park

3826 N Taylor Road, Hanna City, IL

Discover the animals that called Illinois home during the pioneer days. This unique 2000 acre zoological park is home to wolves, bison, black bear,... Read More

Bradley Park

1314 Park Road, Peoria, IL

This large park, located adjacent to Bradley University, was established in the late 19th century. It traverses a high bluff woodland that grades d... Read More

Anderson Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

647 N State HWY 100, Astoria, IL

History In the early 1900s, Anderson Lake was a private shooting grounds for one of the many once-famous duck clubs dotting the Illinois River val... Read More

Glen Oak Park

2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL

Glen Oak Park was designed by the legendary Landscape Architect Oscar F. DuBuis and dedicated in 1896. Glen Oak Park is the former home of the Dist... Read More

Jubilee College State Park

13921 U.S. 150150, Brimfield, IL

Jubilee College State Park is a 3,200-acre facility, located in Peoria County between the towns of Kickapoo and Brimfield, just off U.S. Route 150.... Read More

Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area

10149 County Hwy. 11, Chandlerville, IL

One of Illinois' largest public access areas, Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area (JEPC) in central Illinois is a mosaic of m... Read More

Detweiller Park

8327 North Galena Road, Peoria, IL

This massive park is a popular multi-use destination for Peoria area residents who enjoy golfing, soccer, volleyball, hiking, birding, and many oth... Read More

Edward R. Madigan State Fish and Wildlife Area

1366 1010th Avenue, Lincoln, IL

Edward R. Madigan State Fish and Wildlife Area, a 974-acre site along Salt Creek just south of Lincoln in Logan Co., is an ideal destination for th... Read More

Riverside Park

4115 Sandhill Road, Springfield, IL

Riverside Park has 470 acres and is located on the far north side of town, west of Business Route 55 (Peoria Road). The park is bordered by the San... Read More

Sanganois State Fish & Wildlife Area

3594 CR 200 N, Chandlerville, IL

Sanganois State Fish and Wildlife Area is at the junction of the Sangamon and Illinois rivers in southwestern Mason County, northwestern Cass Count... Read More

Stuart Park

West Jefferson Street and Winch Road, Springfield, IL

Stuart Park in the northwest part of town near the airport consists of 37 acres and was added to the park district in 1990. The land is leased from... Read More

Mackinaw River State Fish & Wildlife Area

15470 Nelson Road, Mackinaw, IL

Area Bisected by the picturesque river whose name it bears, Mackinaw River State Fish & Wildlife Area provides hunting, fishing, canoeing and a... Read More

Lincoln Park

1601 North 5th Street, Springfield, IL

As a part of AARP's 60th Anniversary, AARP launched an ambitious effort in 2019 to create 53 fitness parks – one each in all 50 states, the D... Read More

Rock Island State Trail

311 E. Williams, Wyoming, IL

Beauty and solitude, away from the hustle and bustle of city traffic, await visitors at Rock Island Trail State Park. Stretching for 26 miles from ... Read More

Woodford State Fish & Wildlife Area

R.R. 1, Low Point, IL

The AreaWoodford State Fish and Wildlife Area is a picturesque area along the east side of the Illinois River. Among its features are many artesian... Read More

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