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The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County

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News Updates

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  • FPWC campgrounds - Sugar River, Seward Bluffs, Hononegah - will close for the season on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Water at the campgrounds will be shut off towards the end of the season when freezing temperatures arrive. There is not a specific date, the decision in made depending on weather conditions.

  • FPWC has been awarded a $50,000 subgrant by The Morton Arboretum’s Chicago Region Trees Initiative (CRTI) to improve its community tree canopy. Click here to read the full press release.​

  • Discover the nature of life with our 2024 Preserve Passport Program - learn more & get started today!

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Reservations and Purchases 

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Explore
The
Forest Preserves

44 preserves, over 100 miles of hiking trails, three campgrounds, three golf courses. Endless possibilities.

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Camp with us!

Campgrounds provide paved access roads, running water, electric hookups, restrooms, and dump stations.

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2024 Events!

Discover the nature of life and get outside with us!

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Golf with us!

Enjoy your round amongst the best golf experiences in Illinois! 
Play the preserves: Atwood | Ledges | Macktown

Our Mission Statement:

"The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County is dedicated to protecting, conserving, enhancing and promoting Winnebago County's natural heritage for the environmental, educational, and recreational benefit of present and future generations."

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