Sand Ridge State Forest

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Sand Ridge State Forest is a conservation area located in the U.S. state of Illinois. Containing 7,200 acres, it is the largest state forest in Illinois. It is located in northern Mason County. The nearest town is Manito, Illinois, and the nearest numbered highway is U.S. Highway 136. It is located on a low bluff, or "sand ridge", overlooking the Illinois River, hence the name. The sand ridge is believed to be an artifact of the post-glacial Kankakee Torrent. ()

Established: 1939 (85 years ago)Elevation: 495 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°24'41"N, 89°51'58"W

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IllinoisUnited States

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Sand Ridge State Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area.

3.4 miN
National park
Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
88 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Tazewell County, Illinois, the Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a nature lover's paradise. This expansive state park is home to a diverse range of habitats, including wetlands, prairies, and woodlands, making it a haven for wildlife...
4.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area
Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
118 min walk • Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is an Illinois state park on 5,660 acres in Fulton County, Illinois, United States.