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The Forest Preserves of Winnebago County

News Updates

Join us April 26 for the Arbor Day Tree Planting at Kishwaukee Gorge North! This event is part of the $50,000 subgrant by The Morton Arboretum. Click here to read more about this project.
We need your feedback! FPWC is interested in hearing your thoughts regarding our land acquisition strategy. Take the survey here.
We are hiring! Click here to explore the variety of full-time and seasonal positions available.

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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2025 Events!

Discover the nature of life and get outside with us!

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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@winnebagoforest

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