Appendix B Site Assessments
Mississippi Palisades State Park Recommended
“Tourist-Ready� rating:
for Inclusion in the Eco-Tourism Map & Marketing Materials
Region:
Northwest Carroll County
Address:
16327a Highway 84 Savanna, IL 61074
Distance from: - Great River Road: 0.0 miles
Phone Number: Website: Email:
815-273-2731
dnr.state.il.us/lands/landmgt/parks/ r1/parks/palisade.htm
dnr.mississippipalisades@illinois.gov
Owner: Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources (public) Size: 2,500 Acres Description: As it names suggests,
Mississippi Palisades has a line of lofty, steep cliffs overlooking the Mississippi River. The site is enriched with plant and animal life, and provides multiple recreational opportunities.
Availability: Restrictions:
Year-Round
Shower/restroom facilities are in operation from May 1 - October 31
Hours: Dawn to dusk Amenities: Near Great River Trail, parking lots, gift shop, hiking trails, prairie restoration, boat launch, 4 overlooks, picnic shelters, 241 camp sites (110 electric), showers, a playground, restrooms, & picnic tables Current Activities: Hunting, boating/ canoeing, hiking (marked trail), picnicking, bird watching, camping, fishing, & cross-country skiing Future Activities: No Handicap Accessibility:
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Current Needs:
None
Planned Improvements:
None
Suggested Improvements:
Bike racks
Partially
RIVERS TO RIDGES: NORTHWEST ILLINOIS RECREATION NETWORK