State Parks Near Macomb, Illinois
16 state park units lie within 50 miles of Macomb, including 2 parks across the line in Iowa and Missouri. The closest is Argyle Lake State Park, about 7 mi west of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Argyle Lake State Park7 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 16 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 14parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 0pets allowed
State parks near Macomb, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Macomb; driving distance is usually longer.
Argyle Lake State Park
Argyle Lake State Park is a 1,714-acre park in McDonough County, in Colchester.
Hours, fees and rules for Argyle Lake State Park →Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area
The official site lists about 30 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area →Anderson Lake SFWA
Anderson Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Fulton County, about 17 miles northeast of Beardstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Anderson Lake SFWA →Sanganois State Fish & Wildlife Area
Covering about 11,150 acres, Sanganois State Fish & Wildlife Area lies in Mason County, about 9 miles northeast of Beardstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Sanganois State Fish & Wildlife Area →Delabar State Park
In Henderson County, about 2 miles north of Oquawka, Delabar State Park covers about 109 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Delabar State Park →Nauvoo
Covering about 146 acres, Nauvoo lies in Hancock County, about 6 miles south of Fort Madison.
Hours, fees and rules for Nauvoo →Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area
Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 4,361-acre recreation area in Fulton County, about 8 miles southeast of Canton.
Hours, fees and rules for Banner Marsh State Fish and Wildlife Area →Rice Lake SFWA
Rice Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Fulton County, about 9 miles southeast of Canton.
Hours, fees and rules for Rice Lake SFWA →Siloam Springs State Park
The official site lists about 15 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Siloam Springs State Park →Big River State Forest
The official site lists about 30 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Big River State Forest →Sand Ridge State Forest
Its trail network totals roughly 50 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Sand Ridge State Forest →Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area
Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 7,115-acre recreation area in Tazewell County, about 11 miles southeast of Canton.
Hours, fees and rules for Spring Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area →Geode State Park
Things to do include boating and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, group camping, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Geode State Park →Henderson County Conservation Area
Henderson County Conservation Area is a park unit in Mercer County, about 20 miles northwest of Monmouth.
Hours, fees and rules for Henderson County Conservation Area →Iliniwek Village State Historic Site
Popular activities here are historic sites, picnicking, and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Iliniwek Village State Historic Site →Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area
Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 16,550-acre recreation area in Cass County, about 19 miles east of Beardstown.
Hours, fees and rules for Jim Edgar Panther Creek State Fish and Wildlife Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Macomb
- Argyle Lake State Park 7 mi west · Campground listed
- Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area 20 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Anderson Lake SFWA 31 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Delabar State Park 37 mi north · Campground listed
- Nauvoo 37 mi west · Campground listed
+ 9 more in the list above
Hiking near Macomb
- Geode State Park 44 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Iliniwek Village State Historic Site 46 mi west · Hiking trails listed
Questions about state parks near Macomb
What is the closest state park to Macomb?
Argyle Lake State Park is the closest, about 7 miles west of Macomb in a straight line. Next are Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area and Anderson Lake SFWA.
How many state parks are near Macomb?
16 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Macomb have camping?
14 parks list camping, the nearest being Argyle Lake State Park, Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area and Anderson Lake SFWA. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Macomb?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Macomb?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Burlington, IA33 mi northwest
- Near Canton, IL35 mi east
- Near Galesburg, IL37 mi northeast
- Near Quincy, IL52 mi southwest
- Near Peoria, IL59 mi east
- Near Kewanee, IL66 mi northeast
- Near Muscatine, IA69 mi north
- Near Springfield, IL72 mi southeast
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.