Buffalo Park Forest Preserve
Algonquin, Illinois
Camp
Buffalo Park Forest Preserve is a beautiful, wooded area along a three-quarter mile stretch of Fox River shoreline. The preserve was aquired in the 1980s, after decades of use as a private camp/recreation area. The District initially offered a campground at the site as well, but after numerous devastating flood events, the campground infrastructure was removed. In its place are picnic areas, a loop trail, access to fishing, several parking areas and restrooms.
More Information
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Forest Preserve District of Kane County
https://kaneforest.com/ForestPreserveView.aspx?ID=9
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Algonquin, Illinois
- Head southeast on Washington St toward S Main St (66 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto S Main St (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto State Rte 31 S/S Main StContinue to follow State Rte 31 S(0.8 mi)
- Turn left toward Arbor Ln (351 ft)
- Turn right onto Arbor Ln (0.4 mi)
Located at 1 Alan Dr. Algonquin, IL
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