There are 40 individual forest preserves for the purpose of protecting the natural beauty of Winnebago County, as well as for education and recreation.
The forest preserves provide over 9,500 acres of property for the use and enjoyment of the general public. Lush woods, picturesque streams, dramatic cliffs and dells, unspoiled prairies and native wildlife are treasures to be enjoyed by residents and visitors of all ages.
Hiking, camping, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, bird watching and cross-country skiing are recreational activities available at sites throughout the county.
wcfpd preserves –
- Atwood Homestead
- Blackhawk Springs
- Carl & Lois Klehm
- Clayton Andrews
- Colored Sands
- Deer Run
- Espenscheid Memorial
- Four Lakes
- Fuller Memorial
- Hartley Memorial
- Headquarters
- Hinchliff Memorial
- Hononegah
- Indian Hills
- J. Norman Jensen
- Kieselburg
- Kilbuck Bluffs
- Kishwaukee Gorge North
- Kishwaukee Gorge South
- Kishwaukee River
- Laona Heights
- Ledges
- Macktown
- McKiski
- Millrace Isle
- Oak Ridge
- Pecatonica River
- Pecatonica Wetlands
- Rockford Rotary
- Roland Olson
- Severson Dells
- Seward Bluffs
- Sugar River
- Sugar River Alder
- Trailside
- Trask Bridge
- Two Rivers
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Atwood Homestead
Atwood Homestead is a 338-acre preserve along the Rock River. The majority of the preserve is comprised of the golf course and clubhouse. The general recreation portion of the preserve offers three picnic shelters, boat ramp, canoe access, and two docks. Atwood Homestead also offers a scenic view of the river.
Acres: 338
Access Road: Yes
Restrooms: Yes
Drinking Water: No
Pay Phones: No
Picnic Tables: 105
Shelterhouses: 3
Old Settlers: Wood shelter, 300 max. people, 22 tables, 120 seats, No electricity, Vehicle access.
River Oaks: Wood shelter, 300 max. people, 22 tables, 120 seats, No electricity, Vehicle access.
Willow Grove: Wood shelter, 200 max. people, 22 tables, 120 seats, No electricity, Vehicle access.
Playground Equipment: Yes
Ball Fields: Yes
Horseback Trails: No
Hiking Trails(miles): 0.2
Campground Sites: 0
Boat Launches: 2
Canoe Access: Yes
18 Hole Golf Course: Yes
Illinois Nature Preserve: No
Special Facilities: Clubhouse, Pro Shop
Donated Land: Yes
Natural Areas: No
All reservations subject to the GENERAL USE ORDINANCE.
Trail Map
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Location - 8990 Old River Road, Rockford, IL 61103
6 miles north of Rockford (Highway 2) to Latham Road. Latham Road (west of the Rock River) to Old River Road. North 1 mile.
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