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October 2023 by Thomas Habing
This makes for a good bicycling destination from Champaign-Urbana. You can get here via country roads or as a side-trip off of the Kickapoo Rail Trail (KRT) at St. Joe.There are also some nice prairie and forested hiking trails, including a stretch alongside the lake.
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September 2023 by Joy Scrogum
A great place to go for a hike, take a shorter stroll, have a picnic, or do a little fishing. Beautiful preserve that we're lucky to have in Champaign County. My kids and I took a nice hike on a weekday afternoon and when we arrived there weren't many other people there. Even when more people are present, it's easy to feel separated from urban life along the trails here. Our trail took us through both woods and an open prairie full of wildflowers. We startled one deer, and saw lots of birds and butterflies. If hiking isn't your thing, you can walk along the paved roads, just be mindful of approaching vehicles and keep to the side.
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August 2023 by Christine Amitrano
Homer lake is an incredible hiking,fishing and boating spot!. It's only 27 minutes from champaign and super well maintained. If you want to go on the water but don't have a kayak,canoe etc. I'd suggest renting from lunatic kayak rental!. Homer also has awesome picnic areas and is great to visit all seasons.
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June 2023 by Alvin Wang
Nice place for hiking, not very far from UIUC, ~25 min driving
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December 2022 by Sagar Regmi
A beautiful and quiet place to spend some time alone, and good for hiking as well.Restrooms: Restrooms are available. Not so clean, but okay. And in average condition as per park restrooms
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December 2022 by R. U. Lost 2
Peaceful relaxation in a scenic outdoor setting. Considering my most recent visit was on a weekday, I was pleasantly surprised to see so many kayakers and/or canoeists out on the water. There also seemed to be someone sitting on most of the docks, many of whom had a line in the water. Personally, I’m just thankful to have such a beautiful lake (and park) that’s easy to explore and seems to offer a photo op from just about every vantage point.
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January 2022 by Adana A.
Such a great park. It's quiet and clean and you just never know what wildlife you're going to see.
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December 2021 by RARD 27
Beautiful place with nice trails. Definitely a park to get away and enjoy the air, the view and the sun.
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December 2021 by Brenda Kerns
A nice little Hidden beautiful Lake picnicking areas perfect for kayaks and canoes in do some fishing lots of places to hike
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December 2021 by Allegra Amos
Love the long trails and the rivers and swamps and especially the big lake! Got in my exercise a few days and will definitely be saving this as a favorite!
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December 2021 by Tami Most
Homer Lake is beautiful. I love being out there. I never catch anything when fishing, but I enjoy being there regardless.
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December 2021 by Jennifer Sanchez
Had a great time for my sons Birthday 4th of July Birthday.. kids played at the park area then put their feet in the water at the same beach area.. had a blast.
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December 2021 by jared bost
Great little nature preserve. A couple of shorter trails and a great play-scape for kids. Park at the first parking area just to the right when you enter, and take the trail that’s straight across the road. It’s a short walk through a nice wooded stretch, which then leads to the lake and play scape area.
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December 2019 by Carollia
Beautiful forest and lake. I was very impressed by the nature center, it's small, but probably the best I've been in central Illinois with many displays for kids. It also seems that they have multiple activities for the community throughout the year. I highly recommend this place
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December 2019 by Wim Wellens
Went out for a drive and chasing Pokémon. We came here to this beautifull park. I liked it very much, with the views over the lake, all kind of different birds and animals we saw,... Nice
