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Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area

Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area
Photo: Christopher Hoadley, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Location
Henry County, Illinois
Nearest town
5.5 miles north of Kewanee
Type
State Recreation Area
Directions

About Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area

A 58-acre lake with a maximum depth of 21 feet anchors this 1,365-acre recreation area, with boat rentals available and various fish species present. The grounds include a campground and a network of trails, plus a 3-acre pond near Ryan's round barn, which opens for a tour once a year.

Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Contact the state park agency before you go.

Getting there

Johnson-Sauk Trail State Recreation Area is in Henry County, Illinois, 5.5 miles north of Kewanee. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.

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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.