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For temporary closures related to weather, stewardship activities and maintenance, as well as temporary trail closures, click here to visit our Park and Site Status Map.


Nov 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024

From Nov. 1 to March 31, restrooms will be closed and water turned off at several of the ...

Nov 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2024

From Nov. 1 to March 31, restrooms will be closed and water turned off at some of the ...

Jul 25, 2023 until further notice

Due to prolonged drought conditions, the lake at Lewis and Clark State Park is currently dry. There are no ...

Apr 21, 2023 until further notice

Bollinger Mill State Historic Site is temporarily closed to the public due to ...

Apr 4, 2019 until further notice

Do not eat largemouth or smallmouth bass 12 inches or larger in size, due to...

Dec 29, 2014 until further notice

While pets are allowed in most outdoor areas of the park, they are not allowed on the trail to the shut-ins. Owners and their pets may access the river at the North Day-Use and South Day-Use locations. When in allowed areas, pets and their owners must comply with standard rules.

Do not leave pets unattended or in vehicles. 

Apr 21, 2014 until further notice

Due to the unique and rare diversity of life preserved at Prairie State Park, pets are not...

Feb 27, 2011 until further notice

The old Route 66 bridge that goes through the park has been permanently closed. Click here for more information. Note: With the closing of the Old Route 66 Bridge, there are ...

Feb 25, 2011 until further notice

St. Joe State Park's location in the old "Lead Belt" and the associated mine tailings used for off-road vehicle riding represent a unique management challenge. The Department ...