State: Illinois
Address 1: P.O. Box 203
City: Augusta
Zip: 62311
Phone: 217-392-2345
Open all Year: Yes
Number of Sites: 19
Electric: 19
Camp URL: http://dnr.state.il.us/lands/Landmgt/parks/r4/weinberg.htm
Full Hook: Yes
Weinberg-King State Fish and Wildlife Area is an area of rolling hills with a meandering creek in western Illinois. The 772-acre State Fish & Wildlife Area, including a 4-acre pond, is in Schuyler County 3 miles east of Augusta north of Route 101.
Picnicking
There are four picnic areas with tables and park stoves. Parking lots and pit toilets are nearby. Water is available at two drinking hydrants and playground equipment is provided.
Trails
Horseback riders will find 30 miles of good trail through the Fish & Wildlife Area. Snowmobiling is allowed during the winter months.
Camping
In the equestrian area, there is a class B/E campground open to equestrian campers. The campground has 19 electrical hook-ups and pads. There is also a non-electric Class C campground available for all other non-equestrian campers.
Fishing
Williams Creek contains bluegill, bullhead, channel catfish and smallmouth bass for bank fishermen. Three ponds are also available to fish in.
Hunting
Most of the Fish & Wildlife Area is available for upland game hunting in season. Consult the park ranger for information concerning shooting times and opening dates for various game.
