Morrison-Rockwood State Park, State park in Whiteside County, United States.
Morrison-Rockwood State Park encompasses 1,164 acres of forests and recreation areas, featuring Lake Carlton as its central water feature.
The park opened in 1971 with Lake Carlton created two years earlier through the construction of a 1,800-foot earthen dam.
The park carries the name of nearby Morrison city and Rockwood forest area, reflecting the local geographic identity of Whiteside County.
Visitors access 92 electrical campsites, picnic areas with tables and stoves, plus fourteen miles of trails for seasonal activities.
Lake Carlton honors L. Carlton Anderson, a regional conservation leader who supported the park's establishment through civic engagement.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1971
Website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dnr/Parks/Pages/MorrisonRockwood.aspx
GPS coordinates: 41.84920,-89.96530
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:16
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