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Sand Prairie Farms, Inc.

A membership only conservation area and hunting preserve. Featured is a 10 station sporting clay course setup open to the public. Call to schedule a time for the clay course or to book a prospective member hunt.

 

Rogers Hunting Club

Est. 1957 – 51 years in business. Offers 800 acres for pheasant, quail, partridge, and turkey. South of Dixon 15 miles on Maytown Rd. Memberships and daily hunting available. Call for more information.

 

Biking

Lee County offers many low-traffic, paved roads for relaxed sightseeing, touring or for serious distance workouts.A favorite biking trail in Dixon is the Lowell Parkway which extends from Washington Avenue to Lowell Park covering 3 1/2 miles. At Lowell Park Rd. it connects with the Joe Stengel Trail that covers 11 miles and ends in Polo.

 

Horseback Riding

Horseback riding and equestrian camping are permitted at Franklin Creek State Natural Area and the Green River State Wildlife Area. Day riding is permitted at The Meadows, Dixon Park District. To learn more about horseback riding in Lee County contact Rock River Trail and Horseman Association, 815-732-4507; Green River Saddle Club, 815-857-3479; or call specific sites for their guidelines.

 

Boating

The Rock River is a popular boating waterway for motorboats, pontoon boats, fishing boats & canoes. For information on boat launches in the Dixon area call the Dixon Park District at 815-284-3306.

 

Hiking

Hiking trails can be found throughout Lee County in every park and conservation area. Franklin Creek State Natural Area offers one of the very few that is easily accessible to people of all mobility levels. This 5 ft. wide concrete trail meanders along Franklin Creek with picnic benches and barbecue grills at intervals along the trail. A new extension provides access to the John Husar Memorial Fishing Pier* which is handicap accessible.

Lowell Park offers many scenic hiking trails graded as to difficulty. A favorite among local hikers is the 3 1/2 mile Lowell Parkway that connects with the 11 mile Joe Stengel Trail that continues on to Polo. Lowell Park’s trails are prolific with spring wildflowers or fall color. A great place to cross-country ski in winter.

 

Fishing

Virtually all of the campgrounds and parks in Lee County offer fishing in ponds, lakes, streams or rivers. The Rock River’s reputation for catfish, bass, carp, and walleye is widespread.