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Mill Creek Park
Sunday, November 3, 2024
| Other Names | Mill Creek, Clark County, Sevenmile Creek |
| Last Known Status | Closed For Season (closed for deer hunting season) |
Overlooking the western shores of Mill Creek Lake, this popular area offers three separate trail loops for all skill levels. An easy beginner loop is accessible right from the staging area, making it a convenient place for those learning to ride.
An Illinois DNR sticker, daily trail riding permit and a signed waiver are required to ride here, which can be obtained by visiting the Mill Creek Park gatehouse. Annual trail passes are available for an extra fee.
Please note that the ATV trails are located about 2.5 miles from the gatehouse/campground main entrance. There is no direct access to the trails, so if camping machines must be hauled to and from the staging area.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | IL DNR OHV Public Access Permit & County Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | Jan 20 - Oct 31 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (56 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 56 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | (maximum width 56 inches) must have seat belts and roll bar, no beds |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) permitted at Mill Creek Park Campground |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) permitted at Mill Creek Park Campground |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on the trail |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | Gate Inspection trails are randomly patrolled |
| Comment | Illinois OHV Sticker required - resident $11/machine; non-resident $18/machine | |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | County Land |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($10.00 per rider) ATVs and dirt bikes resident - $8/day, non-resident $10/day; UTVs resident - $11/day, non-resident - $13/day |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $15.00 RV: $30.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Camping fee during weekends - resident $27/day, non-resident $30/day; Weekdays - resident $24/day, non-resident $27/day; Primitive camping - resident $11/night, non-resident $15/night |
| Comment | Holiday weekend camp resevations require three night minimum - resident $30/night, non-resident - $32/night. Annual Trail Pass - $32/resident; $45/non-resident, UTV - resident $43/year, non-resident $52/year |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Marshall, IL | ||
| Address | 20482 N. Park Entrance Road, Marshall, IL 62441 | ||
| From: Marshall, IL
1) Take CR-8 northwest about 6 miles 2) Look for entrance sign "Mill Creek Park", turn here. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Clark County Park District 20482 N. Park Entrance Road Marshall, IL 62441 (217) 889-3601 (217) 889-3901 jeff.tippett@ccparkdistrict.com www.clarkcountyparkdistrict.com |
| Contact Info | Illinois DNR 1 Natural Resources Way Springfield, IL 62702-1271 (217) 782-7481 (217) 785-0075 www.dnr.illinois.gov |
| Comment | OHV Sticker Info |
Mill Creek Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/12/2013 (Thanks!)
Mill Creek Park Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/18/2014 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 2,600 acres (4 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 15 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 550 to 600 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Marshall Marathon (217) 826-5619 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (SE) | Marshall Marathon (217) 826-5619 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (N) | Mill Creek Park Campground (217) 889-3901 or (217) 889-3601 |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (E) | KOA (812) 917-5671 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (N) | Mill Creek Park Campground (217) 889-3901 or (217) 889-3601 |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (N) | Mill Creek Park Campground (217) 889-3901 or (217) 889-3601 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Casey's General Store (217) 826-2915 |
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