Park listing
Walnut Point State Park
2331 ECR 370 N, oakland, IL 61943
With its woods, water and wildlife, Walnut Point has it all - from fishing, camping and hiking to picnicking, hunting and bicycling.
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Walnut Point State Park
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Bathrooms
Showers and restrooms
Trailer fit
40 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 1 pull-through, 41 back-in
Weather
Monthly weather notes pending
Why this park
Facilities
Showers and restrooms are surfaced in the current listing data.
Trailer fit
40 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 1 pull-through, 41 back-in
Activity mix
Activity fit is driven more by facilities and park setting than mapped trail density.
About this park
With its woods, water and wildlife, Walnut Point has it all - from fishing, camping and hiking to picnicking, hunting and bicycling. Located amid a vast agricultural landscape, Walnut Point is an oasis of majestic hardwoods, wildflowers, wildlife, fish and fun.
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With its woods, water and wildlife, Walnut Point has it all - from fishing, camping and hiking to picnicking, hunting and bicycling. Located amid a vast agricultural landscape, Walnut Point is an oasis of majestic hardwoods, wildflowers, wildlife, fish and fun. In the spring, the park comes alive with redbuds, wildflowers and songbirds. In the fall, the park s extensive wooded acres dominate the eye with foliage colors that are varied and spectacular. During any time of the year, wildlife viewing opportunities are everywhere. Opened in 1968, the 671-acre park is managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Campsite fit
Group-designated sites listed in park data: 5. 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
40 trailer-capable sites, max listed vehicle length 40ft, driveway mix: 1 pull-through, 41 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
Trail coverage is light in the current listing data, so use facilities and park setting as the main fit signal.
Weather context
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Safety and rules
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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
From Chicago take I-57 South to Rt. 133 East to Oakland. North on Walnut Street 4 miles to Walnut point State Park.
Contact
(217) 346-3336
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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