Stony Hills Nature Preserve
Located just off of the scenic Great River Road, the 196 acre Stony Hills Nature Preserve is the perfect place to observe nature in west-central Illinois. In November 1999, Gretchen & Roger Batz protected the site with the Illinois Nature Preserve Commission. The site was dedicated to protect unique natural habitat including limestone cliff outcroppings, oak hickory woodland, and a restored prairie. In 2009 the Gretchen and Roger donated the site to Prairie Land Conservancy. SHNP is also home to Lisa's Showcase Prairie.
Accessibility Information
Trail Features: Natural surface area trails
Structures: Interpretive Signage
Parking: Gravel parking lot
Bathrooms: No restrooms available
Structures: Interpretive Signage
Parking: Gravel parking lot
Bathrooms: No restrooms available
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Rules to Remember While Visiting
- This site is protected by law as a nature preserve. As such, there will be NO removal or destruction of any living or non-living thing within its boundaries. This includes but is not limited to plants, animals, and rocks.
- There are no dogs allowed on site.
- Stay on trails at all times.
- Dispose of waste properly. If you brought it in with you, bring it out.
- Take only pictures, leave only footprints. Use the hashtag #StonyHillsNaturePreserve or #PrairieLandConservancy on social media, or share via our iNaturalist Project.
- There are no fires allowed on the property.
- Respect wildlife and other visitors by keeping noise to a minimum, and respecting their space.
Helpful Information
- Lisas's Prairie Address is 1325-1421 IL-96, Niota, IL 62358
- A gravel parking lot is available at Lisa's Prairie and along the southern border.
- Please do not park in Leisure Lane Trailer Park unless you are attending a volunteer day.
Photo Credits: Dan & Angella Moorehouse