Green River SWA
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- dnr.illinois.gov(815) 379-2324
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Green River SWA is a state wildlife area in Lee County, about 14 miles southeast of Rock Falls.
Fees and passes
Free: 'The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) does not charge an Entrance Fee to any state owned or operated land.' Camping, cabins and shelters are fee-based.
Statewide fee rule from Illinois's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ExploreMoreIL (IDNR camping, cabins, group camps and shelters)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
See the park’s wording
Pets must be kept on leashes at all times. Dogs aren't allowed on this trail.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping
Camping spaces with vehicular access are provided. A sanitary dump station also is available.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Trails
Equestrian Trail
A 10-mile equestrian trail is open for public use from April 15 to Oct. 31.
Hiking
Try the Green River Nature Loop. This 1.6-mile loop trail is considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete. Dogs aren't allowed on this trail.
Accessibility
Accessibility at Green River:
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Parking - There is an asphalt parking lot at the check station on Game Road.
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Restrooms - An accessible vault toilet is available at the check station.
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Hunting - Green River offers disabled outdoor dove hunting opportunities. For more information, please call 815-379-2324.
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Service animals are welcome in the park, but outdoor water fountains are not available.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 375 Game Road
Harmon, IL 61042 - Nearest town
- Rock Falls — about 14 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 41.6350, -89.5070
- Phone
- (815) 379-2324
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Illinois State Parks (IDNR state parks and recreation areas) — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- IDNR All Parks list (AEM content-fragment list JSON) + each unit's landing page for official title, coordinates, address, phone
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology