Nature Preserves
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 endangered plants and animals.
Plan Your Visit
Getting There & Details
- Admission
- Free Admission
- Hours
- Winter - Daily: 8am-5pm; Summer - Daily: 8am-10pm
- Address
- 10906 Kickapoo Park Rd.
- Phone
- 217-442-4915
- Website
- dnr.state.il.us
- Map
- Get Directions →
I-74 exit 215 south on Georgetown Rd.
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