Kishwaukee River State Fish and Wildlife Area

The Kishwaukee River State Fish and Wildlife Area encompasses 570 acres of hardwood forests, wetlands, and grassy meadows along the riverbank.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources established this conservation area in 2002 through a purchase of riverside land for 2.68 million dollars.

The state park contributes to local environmental education by offering resources about native ecosystems and wildlife preservation methods.

Hunters need to display windshield cards on their vehicles and submit harvested deer heads for testing within 48 hours at designated stations.

The protected area contains a natural fen ecosystem, which supports specific plant communities adapted to mineral-rich groundwater conditions.

Location: Illinois

Inception: 2002

GPS coordinates: 42.10250,-88.86970

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:45