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Ogle County
The 385-acre park is perfect for family getaways to enjoy hiking, fishing, camping and picnicking. With serene, picturesque beauty, and…
Published in: State Parks, Preserves, and Forests
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Whiteside County
The Hennepin Feeder Canal extends from Rock Falls to Sheffield IL. The Hennepin Canal Feeder opens the door to the…
Published in: State Parks, Preserves, and Forests
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Ogle County
Castle Rock State Park is located three miles south of Oregon on Highway 2. The 2,000-acre park includes rock formations,…
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Ogle County
Located in Northwestern Illinois, near Oregon and Rockford, White Pines Inn resembles a pioneer village with 25 authentic one-room log cabins with gas fireplaces. This…
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Lee County
In the fall of 2014, 30 bison were relocated to the Nachusa Grasslands where they safely roam thousands of fenced-in acres.…
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Carroll County
Located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Apple rivers in northwestern Illinois, the 2,500-acre Mississippi Palisades State Park is…
Ogle County
Kathryn A. Hamas Memorial Park contains new kayak launch and floating boat docks along the Rock River along with walking…
Published in: Community Parks
Ogle County
Kathryn A. Hamas Memorial Park has been renovated and now contains new kayak launch and floating boat docks along the…
Published in: Fishing and Paddling
Ogle County
The Byron Forest Preserve District has installed a kayak launch and floating boat docks at their He-Leo Two Rivers Forest…
Published in: Fishing and Paddling
Ogle County
The Bald Hill Preserve is 160 acres located at 5502 North Silver Creek Road in rural Mt Morris and is…
Published in: State Parks, Preserves, and Forests
Ogle County
Jess and Jay's Bait and Tackle is a family owned and operated business offering live minnows, leeches and worms as…
Published in: Bait and Tackle
Whiteside County
Shop here to find all of your Hunting, Fishing, Camping needs plus more! Live Bait Machine out front bringing in more…
Published in: Bait and Tackle
Ogle County
Birdland Skate Park
112 E Mason St
Polo, IL 61064
The Birdland Skate Park boasts features for all skill levels. Skaters can go off the 4-foot deep end of the…
Whiteside County
Sterling Pump Track
17th Ave & 15th Street
Sterling, IL 61081
The Sterling Pump Track is a track built specifically for mountain bikers looking for a challenging and fun experience. The…
Published in: Community Parks
Ogle County
Rock River historical kayak tours are available every weekend throughout the summer. Participants can bring their own kayaks, life jackets,…
Published in: Boat / Canoe Rentals
Ogle County
Dan and Shelly Long look forward to sharing their section of the Rock River with you to create and adventure…
Lee County
Gremel Wildlife Sanctuary
1881 Lewis Rd
Amboy, IL 61310
The Illinois Audubon Society purchased 395 acres of the former Green Wing Environmental Laboratory from Augustana College in Rock Island,…
Whiteside County
Bo's Bait & Tackle
1417 10th Ave
Rock Falls, IL 61071
Bo's Bait & Tackle is a locally owned and operated business open 7 days a week 5am – 5pm. Whether…
Published in: Bait and Tackle
Ogle County
Jarrett Prairie Preserve Byron / 7993 North River Road 815-234-8535 byronforestpreserve.com Dedicated Illinois Nature Preserve with over 450 acres of…
Published in: Biking and Hiking
Whiteside County
Rock River Golf and Pool, the former Rock River Country Club, is ALWAYS open to the public. The original nine…
Published in: Golf
