Pere Marquette State Park

Illinois State Park

Entrance feeFree
CampingYes
RV hookupsElectric & water
Cabins / lodgeYes

Pere Marquette State Park entrance fee

Free entry

About Pere Marquette State Park

Bluff-top overlooks above the Illinois River and its backwaters, with about 230 bird species recorded and bald eagles in the treetops from December to March. The paved Sam Vadalabene Bike Trail runs some 20 miles from the park to Alton.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🧭 Geocaching
  • 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🛖 Cabins
  • 🏨 Lodge
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🛝 Playground
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center

RV / campsite hookups

  • ⚡ Electric & Water

Camping options

  • Class A (electric, water, showers)
  • Class B (electric)
  • Group camping

Contact

Phone618-786-3323

Address13112 Visitor Center Lane, Grafton, IL 62037

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