Being roughly bisected from east to west by Hutson Creek, the area is generally rolling. South of the creek is more steeply rolling, and forms a bluff. About 100 acres of bottomland are located adjacent to the creek, mostly on the north side of the stream. Some open land is farmed to improve wildlife habitat and insure abundant, good quality grain foods for game and other wildlife species. The forested areas are high quality mature oak-hickory type.

Nine ponds, ranging from 1/4 to 2 acres, may be found on the area. Fishing is permitted with pole and line only. The ponds have largemouth bass, bluegill, redear, and channel catfish. One pond has been involved with the Fisheries Division's "catchable trout program." A picnic area is available on a first-come basis.

Approximately 75 acres on the northeast side has been declared a natural area by the Natural Areas Section of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). This area represents a southern bottomland forest community near the northern limits of its occurrence in the state. A large number of different types of ferns, wildflowers, and trees are represented here. This area is open to hunting and nature studies. However, no wildflowers, plants, or trees may be picked or disturbed.
 

State Parks Tagged With: Hutsonville