Sparks Pond State Natural Area
Mason County, Illinois
Latitude/Longitude
40.38732, -89.81808 |
West of Co Rd 4
Forest City, IL 61532 |
Activities:
Trails (hiking) Other (hunt*, view wildlife) *Be aware, be safe. ALL visitors should see below. Season/Hours: no established hours Dog Friendly: hunting dogs only during hunting season Map(s) On Site and/or Online: Online: no On Site: no Parking: primitive parking area available that is accessed via lane from Mason County Highway 4; county coordinates approximately 2880E X 2275N, adjacent to information kiosk at south end of the land and water reserve Amenities: none Restrooms: no Trail Info Websites/Apps: no Cost: free admission Historical and/or Scientific Significance: birding hotspot Terrain/Views/Access: prairie, forest, wetlands, pond view & access General Description: 231-acre state natural area with restored prairies and wetlands; near Rollo State Natural Area OPAL’s Observations & Opinions: |
Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
Sparks Pond & Rollo Prairie Hunter Maps (PDF) Sparks Pond Sportsmans Digest (PDF) Managed by:
Sand Ridge State Forest PO Box 111 Forest City, IL 61532 309-597-2212 or fax 309-597-2240 https://www.dnr.illinois.gov |
*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.
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.