Buffalo Rock State Park
Buffalo Rock State Park offers breathtaking views of the Illinois River.
Plan Around Buffalo Rock State Park
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Buffalo Rock State Park Details
Buffalo Rock State Park offers breathtaking views of the Illinois River. The park has a beautiful shaded area for picnicking, a trail that takes visitors high above the Illinois River. There are camping areas along the trail between Buffalo Rock and Utica for open camping. They are considered primitive and offer fire ring and there are no restrooms or water available. Campsites cannot be reserved prior to visiting the site.
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