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Lowden State Park
1411 North River Road, Oregon, IL 61061
**The Eternal Indian Statue and plaza renovation is complete and open to the public.
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Lowden State Park
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Bathrooms
Showers and restrooms
Trailer fit
88 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 0 pull-through, 88 back-in
Weather
Monthly weather notes pending
Why this park
Facilities
Showers and restrooms are surfaced in the current listing data.
Trailer fit
88 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 0 pull-through, 88 back-in
Activity mix
6 named routes are surfaced for hiking and activity planning.
About this park
**The Eternal Indian Statue and plaza renovation is complete and open to the public. One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County.
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**The Eternal Indian Statue and plaza renovation is complete and open to the public. One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County. Legend has it that Chief Black Hawk, as he left the area after the Black Hawk War, talked of the beauty of the area and admonished his captors to care for the land as he and his people had. Lowden State Park was established to care for the land and allow visitors to share in the beauty as well. The park serves as a memorial to Gov. Frank O. Lowden, who served Illinois during World War I. Just north of Oregon, the bluffs are graced with a majestic image of an American Indian gazing over the Rock River Valley. This is no ordinary statue. It is a 50 foot, concrete-reinforced wonder that is awe-inspiring. The 'Eternal Indian Statue' is the name given by it's designer and sculptor Lorado Taft as a tribute to all Native Americans, but more commonly associated with Chief Black Hawk. You can enjoy many wonderful views of the Rock River from the park, but the best view of the statue is from IL Rt. 2. While the setting sun seems to bring the statue to life, it is a spectacular view any time of the day and during all seasons. Lowden State Park Boat Launch area is located just north of Oregon on the West side of the rock river on Route 2. It is not located on the main park property. Lowden State Park's Electric Sites have electric hook ups only, no water/sewer at individual sites. There are multiple water fill stations throughout the campground, and two dump stations available for use.
Campsite fit
Group-designated sites listed in park data: 2. Verify current group pricing, vehicle maximums, and campground rules on the official reservation page.
Group-site signal
No special group limitations surfaced in the current listing metadata.
Trailer and rig access
88 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 0 pull-through, 88 back-in
Fire rules
Campfires allowed in designated fire pits only. Firewood must be sourced within 50 miles or USDA certified; no out-of-state wood.
Bathrooms and facilities
Trails and activities
6 mapped trail routes are surfaced here. Start with the featured routes, then expand the full list if this park stays on your shortlist.
North Chana Road
1.1 miles total • unpaved • track
East Grant Road
0.7 miles total • track
Hollar Trail (0.4 mi)
0.4 miles total • dirt • foot trail
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Hollar Trail (0.25 mi)
0.2 miles total • dirt • foot trail
Fairview Street
0.1 miles total • track
Hollar Trail
0.0 miles total • dirt • foot trail
Weather context
Weather note
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Safety and rules
No active alerts surfaced for the selected dates.
Campfires allowed in designated fire pits only. Firewood must be sourced within 50 miles or USDA certified; no out-of-state wood.
Key rules and on-site notes
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Directions
Lowden State Park is located at 1411 N. River road just north of Oregon, IL. If Arriving from East or West, take IL64 to the town of Oregon, IL. Turn North onto River Road (on the east side of the bridge in Oregon). Lowden S.P. is approximately 2 miles North on River Rd. Arriving from North or South, take IL Route 2 into Oregon, Turn east onto IL64/Washington St. After crossing the bridge, turn Left onto River Rd. The park is approximately 2 miles north on River Rd.
Contact
(815) 732-6828
Fire policy
Campfires allowed in designated fire pits only. Firewood must be sourced within 50 miles or USDA certified; no out-of-state wood.
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