Farmdale Reservoir

Tazewell County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.676163, -89.501273

810 W Bittersweet Rd
Washington, IL 61571

Official Website
https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Farm-Creek/​

Activities: 
Trails (15 miles for hiking, biking, horseback riding)
Water (fish)
Snow (snowshoe, cross-country ski)
Other (geo-cache, view wildlife, picnic)
 
Season/Hours:  dawn to dusk; trails closed during and 24 hours after rain
 
Dog Friendly:  yes
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  no
On Site:  yes
 
Parking: parking lot
 
Amenities:  no
 
Restrooms:  no
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps: 
All Trails, The Hiking Project, Trailforks
 
Cost:  free      
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:
National Historic Landmark; birding hotspot
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  forest, hills, prairie, open grass space
stream view & access
 
General Description:  837-acre multi-use area of forest, streams (1.5 miles) and open areas managed by US Army Corps of Engineers
 
OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable)
​​PAMBA Farmdale Trail Map (PDF)
Farmdale Brochure (PDF)
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More Information
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https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1215013?yr=all&m=&rank=mrec

https://www.pambamtb.org/FarmdaleReservoir

https://www.hikingproject.com/search?q=farmdale

https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/east-peoria/nature-outdoor-recreation/farmdale-reservoir/
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https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/watch-bob-toms-excellent-adventures-farmdale-reservoir/705518923
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https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Portals/48/docs/Recreation/ODI_FarmCreek/Farmdale%20Brochurerev3.pdf

https://www.trailforks.com/region/farmdale-reservoir-17114/

https://www.mtbproject.com/directory/8013532/farmdale-recreation-area

​http://greatriverroad-illinois.org/pdfs/Great_Rivers_Country_Bicycle_Trails_Guide.pdf

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Managed by:
Park Ranger, US Army Corps of Engineers
Rock Island District
257 Grant St
Peoria, IL 61603
309-676-4601 (x209)