Volo Bog State Natural Area

About Volo Bog State Natural Area

The only open-water quaking bog in Illinois, formed in a glacial kettlehole and the southernmost in North America to show every stage of bog succession. A floating boardwalk carries you from the marsh moat to the open eye at the centre.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🏹 Hunting

Amenities & facilities

• 🌿 Nature Center
• ♿ Accessible Facilities
• 🌞 Day Use Only
• 🚫 No pets allowed

Entrance fee

Free entry

Contact

🎒 Gear up for Volo Bog State Natural Area

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Hiking boots
• Trail cameras
• Bug spray
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles
• Hunting binoculars
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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• Moraine Hills State Park & McHenry Dam State Park
• Chain O' Lakes State Park
• Big Foot Beach State Park
• Richard Bong State Recreation Area
• Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park
• North Point Marina State Recreation Area