OUTDOOR RECREATION AND ECO-TOURING

Coral Woods Conservation Park
3100 North Route 23
Marengo, Illinois 60152
815 338 6223
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Acres: 775
Activities: Hiking, Cross-Country Skiing

This sugar maple forest provides the sweet sap necessary for annual maple sugar programs, and is also known for its magnificent display of spring wildflowers.


Marengo Ridge Conservation Park
3100 North Route 23
Marengo, Illinois 60152
815 338 6223
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Acres: 818
Activities: Hiking, Cross-County Skiing, Camping and Fishing

Up to 5 miles of hiking and ski trails pass through evergreen trees mixed with native hardwoods at this popular hiking, cross-country skiing and camping sites. The Thomas Woods Campground area provides for RV and tent camping. Group camp and picnic sites may also be reserved.



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  • County Line Road Conservation Park
    3100 North Route 23
    Marengo, Illinois 60152
    815 338 6223
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    Acres: 2,720
    Activities: Fishing

    The parking lot and short 0.3 mile trail provides anglers and hikers access to the Kishwaukee River.


    Pleasant Valley Conservation Park
    13315 Pleasant Valley Road
    Woodstock, Illinois 60098
    815 338 6223
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    Acres: 1,777
    Activites: Hiking, Fishing, Cross-Country Skiing, Horseback Riding

    This expansive conservation site offers a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including over 5 miles of hiking and nature trails, a 1.3 miles horse trail, fishing in the 2-acre pond for largemouth bass and bluegill, and an outdoor amphitheater. A shelter with grill is perfect for picnicking under the majestic oak trees.


  • Lehmans - 815 923 4533

  • Paradise Park - 815 597 1671

  • Indian Oaks Park
    825 Indian Oak Trails
    Marengo, Illinois 60152
    815 568 5126
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    Acres: 40
    Activities: Hiking, Recreation Center, Swimming, Skateboarding Park, Tennis, Geocaching

    Hike over 40 acres of beautiful trails. Cool out in the pool or work out in the recreation center. Indian Oaks Park has a little something for everyone.


    Thomas Woods Campground
    3100 North Route 23
    Marengo, Illinois 60152
    815 338 6223
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    Amenities: Restrooms, Firewood, Electricity & Handicap accessibility on some sites
    Camp Sites: 17 RV/Trailer & 28 Tent Sites, Group sites available

    Located in the McHenry County Marengo Ridge Conservation Park. A perfect place to vacation with your family. Hiking and Fishing are available within the park. Sleep under the stars at this beautifully preserved nature park.