Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area

About Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area

A pool of clear bubbling water that never freezes, bordered by watercress beds, gives the site its name. The Fox River runs through oaks and prairie grassland, with ice fishing, sledding and ski trails when the summer fishing is done.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🛶 Paddling
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating
• 🐎 Equestrian
• 🧭 Geocaching
• 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 👥 Group Sites
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

• ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

• Campsites
• Youth group camping
• Group camping

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Silver Springs State Fish & Wildlife Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Kayaks
• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Trail cameras
• Life jackets
• Riding helmets
• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns

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Nearby state parks

• Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail
• Gebhard Woods State Park
• Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area
• William G. Stratton State Park
• Channahon State Park
• Heidecke Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area