Green River State Wildlife Area is an Illinois state park on 2,565 acres (1,038 ha) in Lee County, Illinois, United States.
| Green River State Wildlife Area | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
  Map of the U.S. state of Illinois showing the location of Green River State Wildlife Area  Green River State Wildlife Area (the United States) | |
| Location | Lee County, Illinois, USA |
| Nearest city | Harmon, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41°38′19″N 89°30′30″W / 41.63861°N 89.50833°W |
| Area | 2,565 acres (1,038 ha) |
| Established | 1940 |
| Governing body | Illinois Department of Natural Resources |
This wildlife restoration area was acquired by the State of Illinois in 1940, using funds from the Federal Aid in Wildlife Restoration Act. It is frequented by hunters, hikers, birders and other outdoor enthusiasts. All but 50 acres (20 ha) of the area, that surrounding the area residence, are available for hunting.
References
edit- "Green River State Wildlife Area". Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved July 11, 2018.
- USGS. "Green River State Wildlife Management Area, USGS Harmon (IL) Quad". TopoQuest. Retrieved July 5, 2008.
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