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Moraine Hills State Park

Illinois (Chicago area) · IL State Park · Park · Open to all

Moraine Hills State Park
GrillingPropane & charcoalNone for personal grills
On the waterFishing · Boat launch
Things to doHiking
AccessOpen to allOpen to all. Free entry, no day-use fee. Day-use…

About this place

Day-use park near McHenry with wetlands, lakes, and a dedicated picnicking area near the Fox River and Lake Defiance.

Good to know

FishingOK

Hours

  • closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day
  • day-use only; hours change with seasons; arrive back to vehicle 15 minutes prior to sunset
  • closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before Thanksgiving through Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday after Thanksgiving during firearm deer season; McHenry Dam Area open

What's here

Pavilion
Hiking
Boat launch

Location

Moraine Hills State Park
RegionIllinois (Chicago area)
Coordinates42.3346° N, 88.1990° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live map

Common questions

Can you grill at Moraine Hills State Park?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Moraine Hills State Park. None for personal grills. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for personal grills.

What are the hours at Moraine Hills State Park?

closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day; day-use only; hours change with seasons; arrive back to vehicle 15 minutes prior to sunset; closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday before Thanksgiving through Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday after Thanksgiving during firearm deer season; McHenry Dam Area open.

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