Silver Springs State Park

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13608 Fox Rd
Yorkville, IL 60560

Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area, located in Yorkville, IL, features a stunning natural landscape highlighted by a picturesque pool of clear water that remains unfrozen even in winter. The park encompasses majestic oak trees, prairie grasslands, and the meandering Fox River, making it an ideal location for various recreational activities such as picnicking, fishing, hiking, and winter sports like ice skating and sledding.

This serene getaway is home to a natural prairie restoration project, fostering a rich habitat for native wildflowers, songbirds, waterfowl, and upland game, providing visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature. With multiple small manmade lakes and rejuvenating views, Silver Springs serves as a perfect outdoor escape for both relaxation and exercise.

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Steve A.
5/20/2025

Great park located around Yorkville with a few big lakes. It has lots of hiking trails. Silver Springs State Park gets its name from the pool of bubbling water. Of course, there's tons of other...

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Sheyenne H.
2/25/2024

Serene lake with a good 2-mile hike along lake, river, woods amd some prairie. It was a quiet mid-day walk one snowy day... until I pass by a group of kids screaming and sledding along a slope,...

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Adeana S.
8/24/2023

Beautiful park and water. Fishing is ok could be better but the views are amazing!!!!

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Anastasia Z.
6/22/2023

An excellent place for a hike! It gets busy on the weekends, but it's very peaceful during the week. The lake is a nice place to spend the day fishing. Dogs on leashes are welcome. If you're...

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Eric E.
3/17/2020

I've been coming here for a few decades now. Each time seems to be for something a little bit different: a good hike, picnic, sledding, biking (although you're not supposed to), and to admire the...

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