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Facts about (Lowden State Park):
Overview of Lowden State Park- Facts, Trivia,and Historical Information :
One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County. Legend has it that Chief Black Hawk, as he left the area after the Black Hawk War, talked of the beauty of the area and admonished his captors to care for the land as he and his people had. Lowden State Park was established not only to care for the land but to allow visitors to share in the beauty as well. The park serves as a memorial to Gov. Frank O. Lowden, who served Illinois during World War I.You...More
Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in (Lowden State Park):
Park Offers ; Picnicking,Camping,Trails,Boating and Fishing.The scenic Rock River flows through 34 miles of Ogle County, with an average midsummer depth of three feet. A launching ramp and boat docks are conveniently located adjacent to the park. Motor boaters and water skiers will enjoy all the river has to offer, but swimming is not permitted. Boat fishermen can spend their hours catching largemouth and smallmouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, northern and walleye pike, bu...More
Contact Information:
Address:1411 North River Road Oregon, IL 61061
Phone No:815.732.6828
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