Buffalo Rock State Park

Category: State park

Address: 1300 N 27th Rd, Ottawa, IL 61350, USA

Phone: +18154332220

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–7PM

Monday: 8AM–7PM

Tuesday: 8AM–7PM

Wednesday: 8AM–7PM

Thursday: 8AM–7PM

Friday: 8AM–7PM

Saturday: 8AM–7PM

Reviews

Jagan Gnanasambandam

Jun 7, 2022

A small state park on the opposite side of river facing starved rock. There are three main hiking trails. The river buff trail is the one with most scenic view. They also have three American bison/buffaloes in captivity. There are plenty of picnic spots with tables and shade. The trials can be completed within 3 to 4 hours.

Freddie Peng (Freddie Peng)

Jun 2, 2022

A no difficulty trail that suitable for everyone. Not a single stair in the trail. Wheelchair friendly. Easily to enjoy the view of the lake throughout half of the trail.

Nazmus S

May 15, 2022

Quiet, usually not very crowded (even on the weekends). There are several trails where you can take a baby stroller with you (it’s going to be bumpy though due to the gravels). Very nice view of the Illinois River. You can see the buffalos in an enclosed area right at the entrance of the park. The toilets are not good- no sink, no water, often not clean.

Pat C

Aug 22, 2021

Buffalo Rock has a little bit of everything. Prarie grass, woods, and scenic views of the Illinois River. The Buffalo can been seen with out even getting out of your car. It has nice trails and plenty of spots for picnics. It is not as …

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Questions & Answers

Hours oof operation?

Janet Raczka | Feb 18, 2020
Scott B | Feb 19, 2020

I ride the effigy tumuli trail on my bike often. I have never had any issues. The other trails are not bicycle-friendly.

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Are you still open for hiking?

John Reyes | Feb 17, 2021
Danielle Fanning | Feb 18, 2021

Yes. Park is open year round

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Is there a waterfall?

Carter-Lori Arndt | Nov 19, 2021
Mark Hettel | Nov 20, 2021

No waterfalls. Go to either starved rock or mathieson state parks to see waterfalls.

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Is there still Buffalo there?

Sue Calderon | Oct 20, 2021
Vicki Clark | Oct 21, 2021

Yes, 2 adults and 1 young

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How many bisons live there?

pep Martinez | Feb 17, 2021
David Knight (Deadpool) | Feb 18, 2021

Yes. 3.

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Can we still bring our dog?

Kayla Eppley | Feb 17, 2021
Peter Gyarmati | Feb 18, 2021

Yes, on a leash

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Are there trails that dont require stairs?

Greek QT | Feb 17, 2021
Peter Gyarmati | Feb 18, 2021

Yes, you can avoid stairs entirely to get to the trails. The trails also run on a pretty even terrain

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How do you reach the effigy tumuli?

Carol Resing | Feb 18, 2020
Prayer Warriors Brother Felix | Feb 19, 2020

I did not even know about this. How cool. Information about the park is available through the park's interpretive office, at (815) 433-2224. Hopefully they can assist you.

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Where are the sculptures &signs? :(

Katie O'Dell | Feb 18, 2020
J C | Feb 19, 2020

You find the signs along the way as like as the sculptures.

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Do they allow bicycles on the trails?

Juan Gonzalez | Feb 18, 2020
Jeff Coats | Feb 19, 2020

Dont believe so, but you can check their website.

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Renting a shelter ?? How do I do that ????????

WHITNEY GRAY | Feb 18, 2019
Laura M | Feb 19, 2019

And get there earlier that you plan to clear out anyone who may be there.

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Do they have shooting ranges?

Wendy Burkharxdt | Feb 18, 2019
Jim Desaulniers (GulTain) | Feb 19, 2019

I believe there is one nearby, but not associated with the park itself

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