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Pere Marquette State Park

Illinois Rte 100
Grafton, IL 62037
Phone: (618) 786-3323
Pere Marquette State Park
Hours:
Visitor Center: Mon-Thu 9am-3:30pm, Fri-Sun 9am-6pm

Editorial Review for Pere Marquette State Park – by Krishna Knabe

Overview
Named for a French missionary who, led by Joliet, explored the area in 1673, Pere Marquette State Park has a storied past. Archaeological studies have uncovered prehistoric habitation, and during Joliet's time, the area was home to the Illini confederacy of Native Americans.

The Experience

At 8,000 acres, this state park is one of Illinois' largest. There are facilities for virtually any interest: 12 miles of marked hiking trails, a 20-mile paved bike trail, picnic areas, 80 class-A campsites, launching ramps and courtesy docks for boating and fishing, hunting programs, riding stables and bird-watching areas are available depending on the season.

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When to Go

Beautiful fall colors and spring wildflowers attract scores of visitors.

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Editor's Review

No matter what the season, if you're in the mood to commune with nature, there's no better place.  See the full editorial review.

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Hours

  • Visitor Center: Mon-Thu 9am-3:30pm
  • Fri-Sun 9am-6pm

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