State Parks Near Orland Park, Illinois
16 state park units lie within 50 miles of Orland Park, including 1 park across the line in Indiana. The closest is William W. Powers State Recreation Area, about 17 mi east of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- William W. Powers State Recreation Area17 mi east
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 16 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 10parks list campsites
- Dog-friendly
- 1pets allowed
State parks near Orland Park, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Orland Park; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →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 →Indiana Dunes State Park
Visitors come for cross-country skiing, winter sports, fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
Hours, fees and rules for Indiana Dunes State Park →Iroquois County State Wildlife Area
In Iroquois County, about 16 miles southeast of Kankakee, Iroquois County State Wildlife Area covers about 2,946 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for Iroquois County State 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 →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 →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) →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Orland Park
- Channahon State Park 23 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area 24 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Kankakee River State Park 29 mi south · Campground listed
- Heidecke Lake SFWA 30 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area 34 mi west · Campground listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Orland Park
- Indiana Dunes State Park 41 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Orland Park
- Indiana Dunes State Park 41 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Orland Park
- Indiana Dunes State Park 41 mi east · Hiking trails listed
Fishing near Orland Park
- Indiana Dunes State Park 41 mi east · Fishing listed
Questions about state parks near Orland Park
What is the closest state park to Orland Park?
William W. Powers State Recreation Area is the closest, about 17 miles east of Orland Park in a straight line. Next are Channahon State Park and Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area.
How many state parks are near Orland Park?
16 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Orland Park have camping?
10 parks list camping, the nearest being Channahon State Park, Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area and Kankakee River State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Orland Park?
Yes, at 1 park, including Indiana Dunes State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Orland Park?
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 Chicago, IL18 mi northeast
- Near Hammond, IN19 mi east
- Near Wheaton, IL21 mi northwest
- Near Aurora, IL25 mi northwest
- Near Schaumburg, IL31 mi north
- Near Morris, IL33 mi southwest
- Near Portage, IN35 mi east
- Near Campton Hills, IL37 mi northwest
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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.