Argyle Lake State Park (Colchester)

McDonough County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.4526468, -90.801356

640 Argyle Park Road
Colchester, IL 62326

Activities:
Trails (hiking, biking (only on 11-mile multi-use/equestrian trail))
Programs (educational, volunteer)
Camping (tent, RV)
Water (paddle, fish)
Winter (snowshoe, cross-country ski, sled)
Other (hunt*, archery range, equestrian, view wildlife, picnic, playground)
*Be aware, be safe. ALL visitors should see below.

Season/Hours: year round

Dog Friendly: yes (only if leashed & attended)

Map(s) On Site and/or Online:
Online: being developed as of January 2023
On Site: unknown

Parking: parking lots

Amenities: benches, shelters, picnic tables, dock & boat launch, interpretive area at visitor center

Restrooms: yes (seasonal)

Trail Info Websites/Apps:  All Trails, Natural Atlas

Cost: free admission; fee for rentals and some activities
Historical and/or Scientific Significance: historic; birding hotspot

Terrain/Views/Access: forest, hills, open grass space, lake view & access

General Description: 1700-acre multi-use state park with 93-acre lake

OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
Argyle Lake State Park Hunter Map (PDF)

More Information:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L855674

https://www.visitforgottonia.com/argyle-lake-state-park/

https://www.ifishillinois.org/profiles/waterbody.php?waternum=00028

https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/argyle-lake-state-park/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/108598779173136/

https://thedyrt.com/camping/illinois/illinois-argyle-lake-state-park-twin-oaks

Managed by:
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
640 Argyle Park Road
Colchester IL 62326
309-776-3422

*Prior to visiting, ALL prospective visitors should check hunting information on the IL DNR website
https://huntillinois.org/ .
Some sites may have signs indicating “Hunting in Progress” in place at the parking lots.
Some will have NO indication of hunting.
Be AWARE ~ Be SAFE.