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Facts about (Big River State Forest):
Overview of Big River State Forest- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
Big River State Forest in western Illinois Henderson County is 8 miles north of Oquawka on the Oquawka-Keithsburg blacktop. The forest is managed primarily to demonstrate sound forestry practices with demonstrations and talks on these practices available to interested groups.The 200-acre Oquawka Refuge, acquired by the state in 1925, contains the areas oldest pine plantation. Established in 1928 and known as the Milroy Plantation, the 17-acre area contains red, white and jack pines that tower ...More
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Big River State Forest):
Parks Offers :There are several picnic areas along Campbell Slough and Putneys Landing, with shelter houses, tables, camp stoves and drinking water available.Tent and trailer sites are available at the Riverview camping area and in the northwest corner of the forest. All campers must obtain a permit from the park office. Group camping is allowed, but groups of 25 or more must receive advance permission from the site manager. - Three boat launching ramps are located along the Mississippi River. ...More
Contact Information:
Address:RR 1, Box 118 Keithsburg, IL 61442
Phone No:309.374.2496
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