State Parks Near Morris, Illinois
19 state park units lie within 50 miles of Morris. The closest is Gebhard Woods State Park, about 2 mi south of town. 11 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Gebhard Woods State Park2 mi south
- Within 25 miles
- 11of 19 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 111 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Morris, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Morris; driving distance is usually longer.
Gebhard Woods State Park
Covering about 31 acres, Gebhard Woods State Park lies in Grundy County, in Morris.
Hours, fees and rules for Gebhard Woods State Park →William G. Stratton State Park
William G. Stratton State Park is a 14-acre park in Grundy County, in Morris.
Hours, fees and rules for William G. Stratton State Park →Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail
In Grundy County, about 3 miles west of Morris, Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail covers about 1,080 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail →Heidecke Lake SFWA
Heidecke Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in Grundy County, about 5 miles east of Morris.
Hours, fees and rules for Heidecke Lake SFWA →Channahon State Park
In Will County, in Channahon, Channahon State Park covers about 4 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Channahon State Park →Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area
Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 4,531-acre recreation area in Will County, about 4 miles northwest of Wilmington.
Hours, fees and rules for Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area →Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area
Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 2,816-acre recreation area in Grundy County, about 3 miles northeast of Gardner.
Hours, fees and rules for Mazonia-Braidwood State Fish and Wildlife Area →Illini State Park
Illini State Park is a 159-acre park in LaSalle County, about 6 miles east of Ottawa.
Hours, fees and rules for Illini State Park →Marseilles State Fish & Wildlife Area (Upland Game/Furbearer)
Marseilles State Fish & Wildlife Area (Upland Game/Furbearer) is a state fish and wildlife area in LaSalle County, in Marseilles.
Hours, fees and rules for Marseilles State Fish & Wildlife Area (Upland Game/Furbearer) →LaSalle Lake SFWA
LaSalle Lake SFWA is a state fish and wildlife area in LaSalle County, about 6 miles east of Ottawa.
Hours, fees and rules for LaSalle Lake SFWA →Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area is a recreation area in Kendall County, about 4 miles south of Plano.
Hours, fees and rules for Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area →Buffalo Rock State Park
In LaSalle County, about 5 miles west of Ottawa, Buffalo Rock State Park covers about 295 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Buffalo Rock State Park →Kankakee River State Park
Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with tent sites. The park says there are no showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Kankakee River State Park →Starved Rock State Park
Its trail network totals roughly 13 miles, according to the park. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers lodge rooms.
Hours, fees and rules for Starved Rock State Park →Matthiessen State Park
Covering about 1,915 acres, Matthiessen State Park lies in LaSalle County, about 2 miles east of Oglesby.
Hours, fees and rules for Matthiessen State Park →Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area
The official site lists about 8 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area →James "Pate" Philip State Park
James "Pate" Philip State Park is a park in DuPage County, about 2 miles north of Wayne.
Hours, fees and rules for James "Pate" Philip State Park →Donnelley/DePue SFWAs
Donnelley/DePue SFWAs is a state fish and wildlife area in Bureau County, in De Pue.
Hours, fees and rules for Donnelley/DePue SFWAs →William W. Powers State Recreation Area
William W. Powers State Recreation Area is a recreation area in Cook County, in Burnham.
Hours, fees and rules for William W. Powers State Recreation Area →
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Camping near Morris
- Gebhard Woods State Park 2 mi south · Campground listed
- Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail 3 mi west · Campground listed
- Heidecke Lake SFWA 5 mi east · Campground listed
- Channahon State Park 11 mi east · Campground listed
- Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area 11 mi east · Campground listed
+ 6 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Morris
- Starved Rock State Park 30 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Morris
- Starved Rock State Park 30 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Matthiessen State Park 32 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
- Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area 33 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
Questions about state parks near Morris
What is the closest state park to Morris?
Gebhard Woods State Park is the closest, about 2 miles south of Morris in a straight line. Next are William G. Stratton State Park and Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail.
How many state parks are near Morris?
19 state park units are within 50 miles, and 11 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Morris have camping?
11 parks list camping, the nearest being Gebhard Woods State Park, Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail and Heidecke Lake SFWA. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Morris?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Starved Rock State Park, Matthiessen State Park and Shabbona Lake State Recreation Area. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Morris?
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.
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- Near DeKalb, IL41 mi northwest
- Near Elgin, IL46 mi north
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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.