Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area RV & Campground Guide
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You will find Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area spread on 2,900 acres on the Illinois River's east side. Approximately 2,462 acres of this state park is water, making it an ideal place for fishing. This state park is also among the favorite places for waterfowl during the migration season and is an excellent place for anglers. There are duck hunting tours for enthusiasts and three miles of trails for families looking to enjoy quality camping and hiking opportunities together. Visitors can also enjoy an excellent bird-watching experience here and capture some amazing sights of barred owls, red-tailed hawks, and goshawks. This park is in proximity to Lowpoint, Eureka, and Kappa.
Spring 60-85 F
Summer 29-74 F
Fall 31-80 F
Winter 15-38 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
If you are looking for affordable ways to turn your next state park visit into an excellent one, renting an RV will be the perfect option for you. You can rent an RV from RVshare.com and take a trip to Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area without worrying about lodging. You can travel in style with your family and enjoy modern life necessities in a recreational vehicle.
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area RV Park and Campground
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area is located in Woodford County in Illinois and offers 12 seasonal campsites from April 1st to September 30th. All of these campsites are animal-friendly, and you can bring your dog with you. Moreover, all the campsites offer ample privacy, along with sheltered picnic tables, pit toilets, and fire pits. There are also electrical hookups for RVers and sanitary dumping stations. You can park your RV in one of these campsites and explore the three-mile trail or go fishing in the Upper Peoria and Goose Lakes. You can also go surfing during the right season or participate in guided bird-watching and wildlife viewing activities.
Electricity Hookup: 30/20/15 amp
Water Hookup: Yes
Dumping Stations: Yes
Picnic Tables: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Alcoholic Beverages: No
Open Fires: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area
Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area is yet another amazing campground in Woodford County and is only five miles away from Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area. You will find this campground ideally located alongside 10 miles of scenic Illinois River backwaters. There are 28 seasonal campsites in this campground. Around 15 of these campsites offer full electric hookups, and 22 campsites offer electric and water hookups and dumping stations for RVers. The visitors can also enjoy hot showers, toilets, grills, picnic tables, and fire pits in this campground. There are trailing and hiking ventures for outdoor enthusiasts and anglers can fish to their hearts' content.
Electricity Hookup: 30/20/15 amp
Water Hookup: Yes
Dumping Stations: Yes
Picnic Tables: Yes
Pets Allowed: Yes
Alcoholic Beverages: No
Open Fires: Yes
Wi-Fi: No
What to Do at
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
Inside Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
Depending upon the season, visitors can enjoy amazing activities inside the park, such as cross-country skiing, fishing, boating, camping, hiking, and hunting. Moreover, if you are only interested in appreciating wildlife from afar, you can take part in guided flora and fauna exploration activities with your family. There are also picnicking and camping options for those who want to enjoy the beautiful sunset on the gorgeous lakes that surround this park.
How to Get to
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
You can get to Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area via I-80 or I-74. If you are traveling from the north on I-80, you should take I-39 south and drive 25 miles to State Route 17. Once you get on this route, you will need to drive west for 20 miles to Lacon. This is where you will switch to State Route 26 and head south for another 10 miles. You should see the entrance to the park on the right side of the road.
If you are traveling from the south on I-74, you will need to stop at East Peoria and get on State Route 116. You will need to head north for five miles and get on State Route 26. Drive north for another 15 miles, and you should see the wildlife area's entrance on your left side.
Entering Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
The park is open year-round and free for everyone.
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area Per person : $0.0
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area offers the best waterfowl fishing experience in the state. You can also go for duck hunting, camping, hiking, or skiing in this park. There are hundreds of picturesque places here, and you can capture memorable pictures with your family and tag RVshare in your social media posts. You can also send them to [email protected]. We may even give you a shoutout and feature your pictures on our next blog.
Frequently Asked Questions About Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area
The best time of year to visit Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area is from the beginning of April until the end of September when the park's 12 seasonal campsites are open to the public.
May is the wettest month of the year, featuring nine days of precipitation on average. Seasonal temperatures peak in July, reaching daily highs of 84 degrees Fahrenheit and daily lows of 64 degrees Fahrenheit.
Explorers should anticipate seeing deer, raccoons, muskrats, minks, and beavers while venturing through the park. Great blue herons are not uncommon in the backwaters, and you may spot a bald eagle in the park.
There are designated RV sites, but they do not come with electric or water hookups. The sites are near the boat ramps at Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area, and they have a maximum length of 30 feet.
Woodford State Fish and Wildlife Area accommodates first come, first served campers. If you wish to make a reservation, there is a nearby campground at Marshall State Fish and Wildlife Area.
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