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Waterfall Glen Forest PreserveThis stunning 2,492-acre forest is a beautiful area known for its lush foliage, cascading waterfalls, and extensive trail system.
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Park, Illinois State
Explore Park in Illinois State with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Park Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Park guide to compare the stops that belong together in Illinois State, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Goose Lake Prairie State Natural AreaThis sprawling 2,537-acre nature preserve is more than just protected grassland prairie.
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Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife AreaThis 1,775-acre plot of land is one of the best places to see uncommon species of birds.
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Cache River State Natural AreaOnce you step foot inside this magical forest of 1,000-year-old cypress trees, you will be amazed that someplace this beautiful actually exists.
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Heron Pond Little Black Slough State Natural AreaA designated National Natural Landmark, this serene pond is a critical habitat for many native birds and animals.
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Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic SiteTake a step back in time while you explore a slice of Illinois state history at this living history farm and log cabin.
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Lincoln Tomb State Historic SiteThis tomb in the Oak Ridge Cemetery is the final resting place for Abraham Lincoln.
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Buffalo Rock State ParkBuffalo Rock State Park offers breathtaking views of the Illinois River.
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Golconda Marina State ParkGolconda Marina is located in a 274-acre site that is a full-service boat marina with 206 slips.
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Newton Lake State ParkThe grasslands of Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area boasts the largest of the three remaining greater prairie chicken flocks in Illinois.
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Apple River Canyon State ParkApple River Canyon State Park is located in Illinois near the Wisconsin border and consists of 1,907 acres.
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Moraine Hills State ParkTucked away in Northeast Illinois is Moraine Hills State Park, a mecca of recreational activity.
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Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife AreaThe Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area covers 38,900 acres comprised of bottomland hardwoods, upland ag fields, and 3,000 acres of impounded water that are home to waterfowl.
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Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife AreaThe 1,302-acre Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is scenic with rolling terrain, gorgeous woods, and the 194-acre Sam Dale Lake with 5 miles of shoreline.
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Cave-In-Rock State ParkCave-In-Rock State Park is known for its historic Cave-In-Rock landmark.
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Chain o' Lakes State ParkChain o' Lakes State Park which borders three natural lakes is a water-focused recreation area.
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Channahon State ParkChannahon State Park named after the Native American word that means "the meeting of the waters" and signifies the meeting of the Dupage, Des Plaines and Kankakee Rivers.
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Lowden State ParkLowden State Park in Ogle County, Illinois, is situated on 2,017 acres and was founded in 1945.
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World Shooting and Recreational Complex State ParkThe World Shooting and Recreational Complex is a unique spot on the state of Illinois.
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Matthiessen State ParkLocated a few miles south of Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park, in Deer Park, Illinois, is situated on 1,700 acres and was established in 1943.
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Nauvoo State ParkNauvoo State Park is a quaint 148 acres on the banks of the Mississippi River, in the south edge of Nauvoo along Illinois Route 96.
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Mississippi Palisades State ParkEstablished in 1972 and located in Carroll County, Illinois, just north of the town of Savanna Mississippi Palisades State Park is situated on 2,500 acres highlighted by large, stunning cliffs along the Mississippi River.
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Delabar State ParkDelabar State Park which is named in honor of two brothers Roy and Jack Delabar is located on the Mississippi River.
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James "Pate" Philip (Tri-County) State ParkEstablished in 1991, James "Pate" Philip State Park, located in Kane and DuPage counties, is situated on 3,432 acres of land.
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Gebhard Woods State ParkGebhard Woods State Park is one of Illinois' most popular state parks due to its how often it is visited by canoeists, hikers, and picnickers.
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Morrison Rockwood State ParkWhile visiting the Morrison-Rockwood State Park, don't forget your camera.
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Prophetstown State ParkProphetstown State Park is small at 53 acres but is ideal to spend a full day immersed in nature.
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Silver Springs State ParkExplore the prairie of Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area, which is home to many different plant species including lead plant and purple coneflower.
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Sangchris Lake State ParkRight near Springfield lives the Sangchris Lake State Recreation Area, an oasis for lakeside activities and water-dwelling creatures.
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Rock Cut State ParkIn Rock Cut State Park lives Pierce Lake and Olson Lake full of water activities like sand volleyball, lifeguarding lessons, boat rentals, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing.
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Red Hills State ParkYear-round recreation from ice skating and ice fishing to horseback riding and boating is available at the 967-acre Red Hills State Park.
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William G. Stratton State ParkWilliam G. Stratton State Park was established to provide boat access to the Illinois River.
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Illini State ParkIllini State Park located near Marseilles, Illinois, was dedicated in 1935. Landscaped with elm, cottonwood, ash, oak, walnut, and maple trees, the park provides plenty of shade for picnics and trail walkers.
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Lake Murphysboro State ParkLocated in Jackson County, Illinois, on 1022 acres, Lake Murphysboro State Park was established in 1948.
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Walnut Point State ParkThe woods, water, and wildlife provide a large variety of activity for nature lovers at the 671-acre Walnut Point State Park.
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Starved Rock State ParkStarved Rock State Park is the most popular Illinois state park among visitors who come for 18 canyons with towering walls of moss-covered stone within its 2,630 acres.
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Weldon Springs State ParkWeldon Springs forms Weldon Spring Lake in the 550-acre Weldon Springs State Park.
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Fort Massac State ParkFort Massac State Park overlooks the Ohio River from the southern end of Illinois.
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Wolf Creek State ParkOn the east side of Lake Shelbyville sits the 25,300-acre Wolf Creek State Park complete with two tent camping areas, an equestrian campground, and a cabin available to rent.
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Beaver Dam State ParkBeaver Dam State Park is best known for Beaver Dam Lake, a renowned fishing spot that is managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
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Castle Rock State ParkCastle Rock State Park is located on the west bank of the Rock River in Ogle County, Illinois.
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Argyle Lake State ParkArgyle Lake State Park is filled with recreational activities for those who enjoy camping, hiking or picnicking ensconced within a lush and beautiful natural setting.
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Eagle Creek State ParkEagle Creek State Park is the perfect setting for outdoor activities as well as accommodations for a vacation.
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Lincoln Trail State ParkLincoln Trail State Park is located in Clark County, Illinois, and is situated on 1,023 acres of land.
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Jubilee College State ParkLocated six miles west of Peoria, Illinois, Jubilee College State Park was established in 1933 on 3,200 acres.
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Kankakee River State ParkSituated on 4,000 acres in Kankakee and Will Counties, Illinois Kankakee River State Park was established in 1938 on lands once inhabited by Illini and Miami Indians.
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Fox Ridge State ParkFox Ridge State Park is a 2,064-acre park that has rolling bluffs that are an obvious contrast to the typical prairie land structure of Illinois.
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Siloam Springs State ParkThe Siloam Springs State Park is 3,323 acres of stunning wooded terrain, complete with a beautiful lake.
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Rock Island Trail State ParkThe Rock Island Trail State Park is a 26-mile rail trail with several points of interest dotted along the way.
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Giant City State ParkGiant City State Park offers visitors of all ages the ability to enjoy camping and horseback riding to fishing and rappelling.
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Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State ParkIt offers a variety of activities such as bicycling, hiking, swimming, boating, camping, bird watching and picnicking.
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Pullman National MonumentWorking as a Pullman railroad porter was a desirable job for African-American men of the late 19th and early 20th century, and the Pullman company created a planned community on the south side of Chicago that offered housing for their families.
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Chicago Portage National Historic SiteChicago Portage National Historic Site is located where French explorers Father Marquette and Louis Joliet, advised by local Native American tribes, made an important portage between the Illinois and Des Plaines Rivers and Lake Michigan.
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Lincoln Home National Historic SiteSpringfield, Ill., is the town most closely associated with the life of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, who lived here from 1844 until he assumed the presidency in 1861.
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Mormon Pioneer National Historic TrailThe Mormon Trail is the 1,300-mile (2,100 km) long route from Illinois to Utah that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints traveled for 3 months.
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Shawnee National ForestHome to the Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, the Shawnee National Forest feels much bigger than 265,000 acres.
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Middle Mississippi River National Wildlife RefugeThe Middle Mississippi National Wildlife Refuge comprises of seven separate divisional areas along the Mississippi River.
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Cypress Creek National Wildlife RefugeThe Emergency Wetland Reserve Act was established to protect, restore, and manage wetlands and bottomland forests.
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Chautauqua National Wildlife RefugeThe Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge is one of three refuges managed under the Illinois River National Wildlife and Fish Refuges Complex.
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Crab Orchard National Wildlife RefugeThe Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge was established to maintain wildlife conservation, agriculture, industry, and recreation.
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Two Rivers National Wildlife RefugeThe Two Rivers National Wildlife Refuge is made up of 9,225 acres between the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers.
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Meredosia National Wildlife RefugeManaged under the Illinois River National Wildlife and Fish Refuges Complex, the Meredosia Refuge is one of three protected areas in the Illinois River basin region.
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Emiquon National Wildlife RefugeEmiquon Wildlife Refuge is located on 2,500-acres at the convergence of the Illinois and Spoon Rivers.
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Kankakee National Wildlife RefugeIn 2016 the Friends of the Kankakee donated 66-acres for the establishment of protected area within the river basin region.
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Hackmatack National Wildlife RefugeHackmatack National Wildlife Refuge encompasses wet prairies, grasslands, and natural stream waterways.
