Horse Trails
Horse Trails
Franklin Creek State Natural Area - flewellyn added this area
Franklin Grove, IL
Riders have logged 5.87 miles & 2.07 hours here.
TOP TRAIL RIDER: kim-young logged 5.87 miles.
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Directions
×Driving Directions
Click the icon for directions in google.Take State Rt 38 (Lincoln Highway) to the town of Franklin Grove, IL. Go North on Daysville Rd (State Street) Take first left, Go West on Old Mill Rd. Road will twist and turn for about 3 miles, heading generally West. You will eventually see a small picnic area on the Left, and past that come to a T intersection, go right (North) on Twist Rd Twist Rd will curve slightly to the West and you will see the Equestrian Parking lot on your right.
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Directions
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Driving Directions
Click the icon for directions in google.Take State Rt 38 (Lincoln Highway) to the town of Franklin Grove, IL. Go North on Daysville Rd (State Street) Take first left, Go West on Old Mill Rd. Road will twist and turn for about 3 miles, heading generally West. You will eventually see a small picnic area on the Left, and past that come to a T intersection, go right (North) on Twist Rd Twist Rd will curve slightly to the West and you will see the Equestrian Parking lot on your right.
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Rides Add Your Ride
| Date | Rider | Hours | Minutes | Miles | GPS | Photos | Rating | |
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| 25 Jul 2018 | kim-young | Ride Notes | 2 h | 4m | 5.87 | ✔ | ★★★★☆ |
Franklin Creek State Natural Area is located in Lee County, northwest of the village of Franklin Grove and east of Dixon just north of IL Rt. 38. Beautiful Franklin Creek flows throughout the 882-acre park. Several large natural springs, hardwood forests, bedrock outcroppings and a large variety of flora and fauna comprise a pristine ecosystem.
Hiking and seasonal cross country skiing and snowmobile trails, along with equestrian trails, are popular destinations for site visitors. The equestrian area contains 12 miles of trails developed and maintained by the Rock River Trail and Horseman’s Association. Equestrian facilities include a picnic shelter, restrooms, drinking water and an outdoor show area.
- Land manager – Illinois Department of Natural Resources
- Park Ranger: 815-456-2878