Moraine Hills State Park, Nature reserve and state park in McHenry County, United States.
Moraine Hills State Park encompasses 2,200 acres of wetlands, lakes, and forests along the Fox River, providing multiple habitats for numerous animal species.
The state of Illinois acquired the first 15 acres of parkland in 1939, with additional expansions in 1971 leading to the official opening in 1976.
The park grounds contain archaeological evidence of Native American settlements dating back to 4,000 BC, including Potawatomi and Sauk tribal presence.
The park maintains over 10 miles of color-coded trails for hiking and biking, plus two concession stands offering boat rentals and fishing equipment.
Lake Defiance, a 48-acre glacial lake within the park, maintains its original natural condition without modern development modifications.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1939
Website: https://www2.illinois.gov/dnr/Parks/Pages/MoraineHills.aspx
GPS coordinates: 42.31030,-88.24920
Latest update: March 7, 2025 21:03
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