- Mississippi River State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Imagine an area that includes 15 wildlife management areas and 13 public access areas, spanning more than 24,000 acres, and scattered along 75 miles of two major rivers. Add
- Moraine Hills State Park
- From angling to hiking, from viewing rare plants to observing migratory waterfowl, Moraine Hills State Park offers you a recreational bounty. Located in the northeast corner of Illinois, the
- Moraine View State Recreation Area
- With fully developed facilities for picnicking, camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, horseback riding and hunting, the 1,687-acre Moraine View State Recreation Area, with its 158-acre lake, is a beautiful,
- Morrison-Rockwood State Park
- A trip to picturesque Morrison-Rockwood State Park offers many memorable experiences. A large sign in the shape of Illinois, fashioned from angle iron by a blacksmith, greets visitors at
- Nauvoo State Park
- Its first name was Quashquema, a Fox Indian word meaning "peaceful place." Its current name is Nauvoo, a Hebrew word for "beautiful place" or "pleasant land." This historic town
- Newton Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
- History
In 1979 the Illinois Department of Natural Resources signed a 25-year lease with Central Illinois Public Service Company which designated the 1,775 acre Newton Lake and 540 acres of
- North Point Marina
- Quiet, serene and safe, North Point Marina offers the relaxation you expect and the nurturing you need in a natural and lush recreational setting.
A world class marina and a
- Ohio River Scenic Route- Illinois
- This scenic byway travels along the Ohio River through the southern area of Illinois, near Golconda, Metropolis and
- Peabody River State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Peabody River State Fish & Wildlife Area covers 2,200 acres in St. Clair County. A large portion of this park was formerly part of a coal mining site that
- Pere Marquette State Park
- A nature-lover's paradise, this 8,000-acre park is famous for the exceptional beauty of its fall colors and for its bald eagles during the winter. In addition to enjoying the
- Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area
- West of Du Quoin and south of Steeleville on the Randolph-Jackson County line is a unique 198-acre area known as Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area. Purchased in 1972
- Powerton Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
- Located in central Illinois in Tazewell County one mile southwest of Pekin, the lake was built on a floodplain of the Illinois River in 1971 by Commonwealth Edison Company
- Prophetstown State Recreation Area
- Prophetstown State Park, on the northeast edge of the city along the south bank of the Rock River in Whiteside County, is a scenic and historic area offering a
- Pyramid State Recreation Area
- Pyramid State Recreation Area consists of heavily forested hills and many lakes and ponds. Southern Illinois University formerly owned and used 924 acres for research. In 1968, Pyramid became
- Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area
- Rolling hills, timbered shoreline, and beautiful Ramsey Lake make this state recreation area a unique and popular recreation spot. Visitors will enjoy the picturesque woods, secluded picnic areas and
- Randolph County State Recreation Area
- Randolph County State Recreation Area is a mecca for outdoor recreational activities. Fishing, hiking, picnicking, boating, hunting and camping are just a few of the choices, keeping even the
- Ray Norbut State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Ray Norbut Fish and Wildlife Area is a 1,140-acre mosaic of bottomlands, woodlands, wetlands, open fields, steep hills, rocky ravines, hollows, brushy draws and bluffs. Located along the Illinois
- Red Hills State Park
- For wildflowers, fresh foliage and soothing breezes in the spring...picnicking, camping, hiking, boating and fishing in the summer...appreciating the brilliant hues of autumn's colorful plumage...or ice skating and ice
- Rend Lake
- Rend Lake, IL, located in the heart of southern Illinois, is a natural haven for wildlife and a recreational haven for visitors. Rend Lake consists of 18,900 acres
- Rend Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Outdoor sportsmen will find a haven of recreational activities at Rend Lake. With 18,900 acres of water and over 20,000 acres of land in Jefferson and Franklin counties, Rend
- Rice Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
- Providing a stop over area for migrating waterfowl, Rice Lake and the surrounding areas provide an excellent opportunity for wildlife observation. Because of an extensive habitat management program, this
- Rock Cut State Park
- Chiseled out of the states far northern region is Rock Cut State Park in Winnebego County. Nearby are other "rocky" landmarks - the mighty Rock River and the place
- Rock Island Trail State Park
- 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 Alta, in Peoria County,
- Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home Preservation Foundation
- The Reagan family moved to Dixon, Illinois and into this house on December 6, 1920. The family lived in the house for three years. This home has been designated
- Saline County State Fish & Wildlife Area
- Saline County State Fish & Wildlife Area, five miles southeast of Equality in southeastern Illinois, was the site of springs and wells that furnished brine for one of the
- Sam Dale Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
- Gently rolling terrain, lush woods and a beautiful lake make the Sam Dale Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area the perfect spot for a family outing. Located northwest of
- Sam Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area
- For several decades the residents of Jasper County worked for a state park, assisted and encouraged by a former resident and conservationist, Sam Parr. In 1960, 72 acres of
- Sand Ridge State Forest
- For those who think central Illinois is one big corn field, Sand Ridge State Forest will come as a very pleasant surprise. The forest is an island in a
- Sanganois State Fish & Wildlife Area
- Sanganois Fish and Wildlife Area is at the junction of the Sangamon and Illinois rivers. The area lies in southwestern Mason County, northwestern Cass County, and one small portion
- Sangchris Lake State Recreation Area
- Located minutes east of Springfield and its Lincoln attractions, Sangchris Lake serves as a perfect home base for enjoying outdoor activities in central Illinois. Whether you're interested in fishing,
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Region 1 IL State Parks