Take a Hike at Pere Marquette State Park

THURSDAY, 21 AUGUST 2008
Submitted By: Diane Vee Hormillada

Hikers as well as other nature lovers will have a great time in exploring the trails at the Pere Marquette State Park, located about five miles west of Grafton in the state of Illinois.

The said park features about ten trails which offer a total of 10 miles of hiking pleasure. Trails vary in difficulty - from easy, moderately difficult or hilly, and difficult. Hikers can look forward to the breathtaking sight that await them when they walk along the cliffs overlooking nine vistas of the Illinois River and its surrounding islands.

Aside from hiking, people can enjoy horse riding, mountain biking, walking, and camping in the said area.

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