Recreation
Prophetstown
State Recreation Area
PO
Box 181
Prophetstown, IL 61277
815-537-2926
Prophetstown residents are fortunate to have a state recreation area in their city limits. Prophetstown State Recreation area, along the south bank of the Rock River, is a scenic and historic area offering a variety of recreational facilities. The 53 acre park was once the site of an Indian village. Coon Creek flows through the park and feeds into the Rock River, creating a natural area for fish. The shady recreational area offers picnicking and camping with electrical service, dump station, rest rooms/showers, playground equipment, a small shelter, horseshoe courts and a hiking trail.
Big Bend State Fish and Wildlife Area
Located in Whiteside County, near the town of
Prophetstown, Big Bend contains 1, 188 acres. It's open for hunting, hiking, and
limited fishing. PO. Box 181, Prophetstown 61277.(815) 537-2270 or 537-2926
Prophetstown Park District
410 W. Riverside Dr.
815-537-2093
The
Prophetstown Park District maintains in indoor swimming pool offering swim
lessons, lap swims, exercise
classes and open swims. The pool may be reserved for private parties.
The Park District also sponsors a coed outdoor volleyball league and
summer youth baseball program and adult softball league. Pictured is the new REC Center for exercise, basketball, volleyball and
all around gym for walking. Click here to
go to the Park District Web
Prophet Hills 815 537-5226
Located one mile south of Prophetstown on
Illinois Highway
78, Prophet Hills boasts a
gently rolling nine hole golf course. The facility includes a driving range as well as cart
storage and rental. A delicious menu is available at the Par and Grill
restaurant as well as a
refreshing drink. Brochure
No. 1 Tee
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