Illinois Beach State Park - stretching 6.5 miles along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan in northern Illinois - offers a full range of recreation opportunities at one of the most unique and beautiful …

Known primarily for the beach, the park also includes hiking trails of dune areas, wetlands, prairie, and black oak savanna. The area at the far southern end of the park is a designated nature …

Jul 3, 2025 · Firth said it is the second most visited state park in Illinois, behind Starved Rock. The 4,160-acre park features 6.5 miles of sandy shore, nature trails, fishing, camping and picknicking.

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Stretching leisurely for six and a half miles along the sandy shore of Lake Michigan in northern Illinois, Illinois Beach State Park encompasses the only remaining beach ridge shoreline left in …

Illinois Beach State Park has the only remaining beach ridge and swale habitat in Illinois. This unique habitat was formed over thousands of years as the lake level dropped from its ancient …

If you are looking for a quick day trip and live in northern Illinois or Southern Wisconsin, Illinois Beach State Park makes for a relaxing day of hiking, sun, swimming, picnicking or wind/kite …

Nov 3, 2025 · Illinois Beach State Park is a magnificent natural escape located along the shore of Lake Michigan in Zion, Illinois. Spanning over 4,160 acres, the park offers a diverse …

Enjoy the recreation opportunities along the shoreline of Illinois Beach State Park. The park has sand dunes, marshes, forests and wildlife. Hikers, fishermen, and campers will have a great …

With over 300 bird species recorded, 5 miles of hiking trails, camping, swimming beaches, the North Point Marina, and a nature center, the park balances recreational use with protection of …