Vermilion County Conservation District
Harry Babe Woodyard State Natural Area 19284 E. 670 North Road • Georgetown 217-442-4915 • dnr. illinois. gov
• 1,250 acre area
• Supports 12 state endangered or threatened species
• Hiking, fishing, and hunting permitted
• Bird Watching
County Parks
Forest Glen County Preserve 20301 East 900 North Road • Westville 217-662-2142 • vccd. org
• 1,900 acre park featuring restored tall-grass prairie
• 25 miles of walking trails
• 72 foot observation tower
• Campground and shelter rentals available
• Features the 40 acre Michael G. Reddy Arboretum
Heron County Park Wetlands Boardwalk W. Newell Road • Danville 217-442-1691 • vccd. org
• 53 acres of natural wetlands
• 950 foot floating boardwalk
• 30-foot Eagle View Observation tower
• Excellent wildlife viewing and fishing
• Picnic Areas
• Restrooms
• Shelter
Kennekuk County Park 22296 N. Henning Road • Danville 217-442-1691 • vccd. org
• 3,000 acre park featuring forested and prairie habitat
• 15 miles of walking and biking trails
• 170 acre lake( 9.5 HP limit)
• Access to the Middle Fork National Scenic River
• Bunker Historic Hill Area including buildings from the 1800’ s
• The Vermilion Chapel
• The Gazebo
• Red Oak School
• Neff Grocery
• Oakwood Barber
• Atwood Home
• Laury Barn
• Leisch Windmill
• Bismarck Train Depot
• Shelter rentals available
• Deer, turkey, waterfowl and upland game hunting permitted
• Visitors center features a natural history museum and 1,000 gallon aquarium
Lake Vermilion County Park 2607 Denmark Road • Danville 217-442-1691 • vccd. org
• 7 acre park
• 1,000 acre lake open year round
• Boat ramp, dock complex, concession stand, maintenance building, playground, and open shelter
• Open to power boating( unlimited HP), jet skiing, and water skiing
• Excellent wildlife viewing and fishing
• Denmark Walk and Bike Trail across Danville’ s beautiful Lake Vermilion
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For more information about our area trails, view or request our Explore and Discover Vermilion County, Illinois Guide( Trail Guide) on our website.
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Vermilion County Conservation District
Enjoy outdoor recreational activities and educational programs at:
Forest Glen Preserve Kennekuk County Park Lake Vermilion County Park Heron County Park Kickapoo Rail Trail
www. vccd. org
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