Silver Springs State Fish and Wildlife Area
13608 Fox Rd., Yorkville, IL 60560
Wildlife Area
The perfect get-a-way location in any season!
The Fox River runs through this picturesque area which is also home to several small man-made lakes. A natural prairie restoration project gives visitors a feeling of the original landscape with native wildflowers, songbirds, waterfowl and upland game. Picnicking, fishing and hiking are popular pastimes in summer, with ice fishing, sledding, ice skating and cross-country ski trails available for the winter sports lover. For relaxing, exercising or just enjoying nature, Silver Springs is the perfect get away location. Home of the National Hunting and Fishing Day the 4th weekend in every September.
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What's happening nearby...
Yorktoberfest 2025
Yorkville Riverfront Park • Sep 26 – Sep 27
Yorktoberfest is the largest nonprofit event of its kind to come to the Fox River!
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