Best known for its hiking, fishing, bird watching, and picnicking offerings, Sangamon River Forest Preserve is a popular spot in the Wildcat Slough portion of the river valley. The trails in the preserve are natural and primarily grass with some dirt paths as well. You get some great views of the water from the trails, and you can also spot a lot of different local flora and fauna.

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Hike the easy 1.6-mile Wildcat Slough, Bottomland, and Prairie Loop in Sangamon River Forest Preserve, exploring diverse ecosystems.

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Location: Champaign County, Illinois, United States

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