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Facts about (Iroquois County State Wildlife Area):
Overview of Iroquois County State Wildlife Area- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
Iroquois State Wildlife Area is situated in a low glacial outwash plain associated with the Kankakee River Valley that consists of marshland, sand ridges, and dunes. The initial acquisition of land occurred in 1944 for the purpose of protecting the declining prairie chicken population in the State. The prairie chickens did not survive and public hunting became the major use. The State purchased an additional 560 acres in 1984. Known as the Hooper Branch Savanna, 480 acres of this parcel is consi...More
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Iroquois County State Wildlife Area):
There are many designated picnic areas with tables and grills located in shady areas convenient to parking lots. Sanitary facilities are available in most areas. There are no shelters. Drinking water is available at the area headquarters.There is a 3/4 mile long hiking trail and a one mile self-guided nature trail of which 1/3 mile is accessible to the handicapped. In addition, several miles of unmarked trails wind through wooded and prairie sections of the area that have much interesting plant,...More
Contact Information:
Address:R.R. 1, 2803 E. 3300 N. Rd.Beaverville, IL 60912
Phone No:815.435.2218
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