Ten Mile Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area, Protected wildlife area in Hamilton County, Illinois
Ten Mile Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area spans 6,000 acres of forests, wetlands, and open fields across Hamilton and Jefferson Counties in southern Illinois.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources established this protected area in 1988 to maintain ecological balance and provide sustainable recreational opportunities.
Recreational activities at Ten Mile Creek include fishing in 25 strip-pit lakes, hunting for rabbits and waterfowl, and exploring designated hiking trails.
Visitors can access the park through rural roads connecting to Illinois Route 142 and Route 14, with the main entrance at 4283 State Highway 14, McLeansboro.
The area maintains 1,000 acres of planted food sources to support local wildlife populations while offering designated zones for archery and target shooting.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1988
GPS coordinates: 38.10000,-88.62000
Latest update: March 19, 2025 10:15
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