Oakwood

Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Harry “Babe” Woodyard State Natural Area

The Woodyard area, named after late state legislator, Harry "Babe" Woodyard, is the county's newest park. Its 1043 acres is home to more than a dozen species of theatened or…

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Things to Do in Oakwood

Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Kickapoo State Park

Once a scarred wasteland ravaged by turn-of-the-century strip-mine operations, Kickapoo State State Recreation Area's 2,842…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Salt Kettle Rest Area

The Salt Kettle Rest Area is accessible from the westbound lands of I-74 between Danville…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Middle Fork State Fish & Wildlife Area

The Middle Fork area covers 3015 acres north of Oakwood. It features many campsites, including…

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