Spring Lake State

Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is an outdoor paradise close to home that boasts boating, fishing, picnicking, hiking, and camping. Two lakes stock fish native to the Illinois River and Spring Lake allows waterfowl, squirrel and deer archery hunting. The south boat ramp has a concessionaire providing boat rentals and two tent camping sites are available. Make a day of it and be sure to pack your binoculars—bird spotters have reported observing nearly 250 different species!