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The Illinois state park system began in 1908 with what is now Fort Massac State Park, in the U.S. state of Illinois, becoming the first park in a system encompassing over 60 parks and about the same number of recreational and wildlife areas.
Pages in category "Campgrounds in Illinois" The following 3 pages are in this category, out of 3 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. D.
State parks are owned by the state and generally administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. [3] Specifically, “State Park” refers to sites “exhibiting exceptional scenic and natural features and terrain” and that “offer a wide range of recreational opportunities for the public to enjoy”. [4]
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Washington County State Recreation Area is an Illinois state park on 900 acres (360 ha) in Washington County , Illinois , United States . References
The Wayne Fitzgerrell State Recreation Area is a 3,300-acre (13.4 km²) state park bordering Rend Lake near Benton, Illinois. [1] The state park is managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources to concentrate on shoreline recreation, including boating , fishing , and picnicking .
The Marshall Unit (3,000 acres (1,200 ha)) contains the headquarters, campground, boat ramp, fishing channel, hunter check station, and hiking trails. [1] It is located on the east side of the Illinois River along IL 26.
Illinois Department of Natural Resources Lake Murphysboro State Park is an Illinois state park on 1,022 acres (414 ha) in Jackson County , Illinois , United States . References