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Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area
Illinois State Natural Area
Entrance fee Free
Camping Day use only
Pets Not allowed
About Piney Creek Ravine State Natural Area One of only two places in Illinois where short-leaf pines grow naturally, on 198 acres bought in 1972 for its rare plants. Habitats run from dry bluff tops with post oak and American agave to moist ravine forest full of spring wildflowers.
Amenities & facilities 🌞 Day Use Only 🚫 No pets allowed
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Park facts from Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Descriptions are original.
Data updated 2026-09-06.
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