Bald Hill Prairie Preserve
5502 North Silver Creek Road, Mt. Morris 61054
Home to the largest tree in Illinois! 380 acre natural prairie preserve.
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
BerryView Orchard
7504 W. Midtown Rd. Mount Morris, Illinois
Seasonal orchard where you can find Aronia Berries, a variety of apples, pears, peaches, & vegetables and so much more!
Bike Ogle – Bison / Reagan / John Deere Loop
39.4 mille Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Byron / Nuclear Loop
24.1 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Cycling Trail Head / Historic Depot
Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Forreston / Mt. Morris Loop
44.2 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Joe Stengel Trail (Polo-Woosung)
7.9 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Nachusa Bison / John Deere Loop
32.4 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Paynes Point / Stillman Loop
30.2 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Polo / Mt. Morris Loop
42. 4 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Rochelle / Chana Loop
43.2 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle – Rock River / West Grove / Mt. Morris Loop
27.3 mile Community Bike Trail
Bike Ogle- Gravel / Chip / Hill & Rock River Loop
43.1 mile Community Bike Trail
Blackhawk Statue
1411 N. River Road, Oregon, IL
50-foot statue as a tribute to Native Americans located 125 feet about the Rock River
Byron Forest Preserve
7993 North River Road Byron, Illinois
Located on the rolling hills along the Rock River in Byron, Illinois with many acres of prairie and woodlands.
Carnation Park – Oregon Park District
1 Webster Street Oregon, IL 61061
5.5 acres along the scenic Rock River with many areas for riverbank fishing and biking.
Castle Rock State Park
1365 W Castle Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Located along the west bank of the Rock River in Ogle County, three miles south of Oregon, on Ill. Rt. 2.
Concerts in the Park
Oregon Park West
Concerts are seasonally on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm at the Park West band shell.
Dillehay Park – Mt. Morris
307 Barbara St. Mt. Morris Il 61054
The kids will love our state-of-the-art Tot Lot and the side-by-side playgrounds at Dillehay Park, where fun for all the kids is provided at one…
Fairground Park – Oregon Park District
607 Fair Park Drive Oregon, IL 61061
Fairgrounds Park is a neighborhood park that was once the site of the Ogle County Fair.
Franklin Creek Grist Mill
1893 Twist Rd, Franklin Grove, IL 61031
The Grist Mill is the only mill still powered exclusively by water in Illinois!
Franklin Creek State Natural Area
1872 Twist Road, Franklin Grove IL 61031
The beautiful Franklin Creek flows throughout the 664-acre park. It has several large natural springs, including the largest in northern Illinois.
Iron Mike Fountain
Corner of Rt 2 and 64 in Oregon, IL
Iron Mike is an 1896 cast-iron fountain in the 400 Block of Washington Street in the city of Oregon, Illinois.
Jacks Landing – Oregon Park District
850 Lafayette St. Oregon IL 61061
10 acre site located at the corner of 2nd Street and Lafeyette Street in Daysville
Joe Stengel Trail
The Joe Stengel Trail follows an old railroad corridor for 7 miles between the town of Polo and the much smaller community of Woosung.
June-August: Friday Night Jamboree
Mt. Morris Bandshell, Mt. Morris IL 61054
For a full list of scheduled entertainment visit our website!
June: PorchFest
Mt. Morris Illinois 61054
The ultimate grassroots community music festival, where all genres of musicians perform on porches and lawns within the boundaries of this yearly event!
Kiwanis Park – Oregon Park District
201 N. Second Street, Oregon IL 61061
Kiwanis Park is a 2 acre site along the riverfront at the west edge of the Oregon dam.
Lions Park – Oregon Park District
809 Webster St. Oregon, IL 61061
Lions Park is a neighborhood park that hosts the minor and little league baseball season in Oregon. The park lies adjacent to Veterans Field.
Lorado Taft Campus
1414 N. River Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Located just outside the city of Oregon, Illinois, the Taft Campus has a rich history.
Lowden Miller State Forrest
1365 W Castle Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Nestled in the Rock River Valley, just 3 miles south of Oregon
Lowden State Park
1411 N River Road, Oregon, IL 61061
One of the most picturesque sites along the Rock River is just north of Oregon in Ogle County!
Lutheran Outdoor Ministries Center
1834 IL-2, Oregon, IL 61061
LOMC is a ministry of the ELCA congregation located on a 640-acre site in the heart of the Rock River Valley of Northwestern Illinois.
Margaret Fuller & Ganymede Spring
1141 N. River Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
Ganymede Spring is located along a path near the east bank of the Rock River.
Maxson Restaurant & Riverboat
1469 N IL Route 2 Oregon, IL 61061
Maxsons is a truly unique and affordable experience for dining, meetings, weddings, and any other occasion!
Mix Park – Oregon Park District
701 S. 4th St. Oregon IL 61061
Mix Park is a 2.5-acre site and is home to Lorado Taft’s “Boys with Fish” sculpture and Jeff Adams “Paths of Conviction, Footsteps of Fate”.
Mounder Park – Mt. Morris
Next to the Village Hall at 105 W. Lincoln Street
Mounder Park has a roller hockey facility and a skate park for skateboarding, in-line skating and biking thrills.
Nachusa Grasslands
2075 Lowden Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031
The 3,500-acre preserve consists of large remnant prairie, woodlands, and wetlands being reconnected through habitat restoration.
Nachusa Grasslands – Bison
2075 Lowden Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031
The bison roam across 1,500 acres of rolling land and are often not visible from the road.
Ogle County Fair
1440 N Limekiln Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
Enjoy a summer tradition by attending the Ogle County Fair!
Oregon Community Bike Trail
This bike route through the quiet neighborhoods of Oregon is marked with easy to follow signage!
Oregon Park District
304 South 5th Street, PO Box 237, Oregon IL, 61061
The Oregon Park District is a park and recreation municipality in Oregon and covers approximately 102 square miles serving over 7000 residents.
Park East – Oregon Park District
200 Jones Terrace Oregon, IL
It is home to the historic Chana School and hosts the annual Autumn on Parade car and tractor show with access to the river!
Park West – Oregon Park District
1402 Koontz Place Oregon, IL
Concerts in the Park, Easter egg hunt, Bicycle rally and High School sports and more take place at Park West every year!
Pegasus Special Riders
6668 S. Carthage Rd., Oregon, IL 61061
Pegasus Special Riders is an organization that provides children and adults with special needs an activity that is both therapeutic and fun!
Prairie Fire Golf & Grill
PrairieFire Golf & Grill 6734 N German Church Rd Byron, IL 61010
Eight beautifully appointed, temperature-controlled private hitting bays looking out onto a vast targeted range!
Prairie Side Skate Park – Oregon Park District
1402 Koontz Place Oregon IL 61061
Located within Park West
Reading Nook – Oregon Park District
210 S. 6th St. Oregon, IL 61061
The Reading Nook features a Little Library, pergola with seating and playground for ages 2-5.
Rochelle Wildlife Conservation Club
3501 S. Sweeney Rd. Chana, IL 61015
Our mission is to preserve wildlife and natural resources while promoting outdoor sportsmanship, and conservation education.
Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing
117 N. 4th St. Oregon IL 61061
Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing is a family fun filled place for all ages!
September – Grand Detour Arts Festival
8334 South Clinton Street, Dixon, Grand Detour Township, IL
Enjoy the art show, food, music and the historic John Deere museum and grounds.
September T.O.S.O.C – (Tour of Scenic Ogle County)
Join us on the TŌSOC Scenic Tour Bike Ride, passing through some of the most beautiful roads in Northern Illinois!
Silver Ridge Golf Course
3069 North Hill Road, Oregon, IL 61061
The course is a unique mixture of hills and trees that makes you feel completely disconnected from reality!
Skare Park – Rochelle
Flagg Township, Illinois 61068
Disc Golf Course, Driving Range, 7 Hiking Trails, Shelter Rental and so much more!
Splash Canyon Water Park – Oregon Park District
1402 Koontz Place Oregon, IL 61061
Located in Park West
Story Walk – Oregon Park District
1402 Koontz Place Oregon, IL 61061
Take a stroll along Oregon’s very own story walk located at Park West.
Stronghold Camp & Retreat Center
1922 Illinois Route 2 North, Oregon IL 61061
Home to The Strong Castle, extensive trails, a 9-hole Frisbee Golf course and Hammock City.
The Largest Tree in Illinois
5502 N. Silver Creek Road Mt. Morris Illinois 61054
Located within The Bald Hill Prairie Preserve
White Pines Lodge
Located in the White Pines State Park 6712 W Pines Rd, Mt Morris, IL 61054
Discover for yourself what it means to disconnect so you can reconnect with family, friends, nature and loved ones!
White Pines Ranch
3581 W. Pines Road, Oregon, IL
Look through our website to discover what we have to offer…weekend retreats, summer camp, outdoor education, and special weekends…the possibilities are endless!
White Pines State Park
6712 W. Pines Rd. Mt. Morris IL 61064
This park is perfect for family getaways to enjoy hiking, fishing, camping and picnicking.
Wiggly Field Dog Park
810 S. 13th St. Oregon IL 61061
Wiggly Field Dog Park is the first off-leash dog park operated by the Oregon Park District!
Williams Park – Oregon Park District
1101 Illinois Street Oregon, IL 61061
Williams Park is a neighborhood park with approximately 2 acres of open turf and a small playground.
Zickuhr Park – Mt. Morris
501 W. 1st. Street Mt. Morris IL 61054
Located on the western side of the Village of Mt. Morris, is a favorite location for watching sunsets and star gazing!
