Where to see a American Mink in Illinois

The American Mink is recorded in the counties of 43 Illinois state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

  1. Beall Woods State Park
  2. Hazlet State Park
  3. South Shore State Park
  4. Ramsey Lake State Park
  5. Lincolns New Salem State Park
  6. Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
  7. Silver Springs State Park
  8. Argyle Lake State Park
  9. Siloam Springs State Park
  10. Sid Simpson State Park
  11. Shabbona Lake State Park
  12. Weldon Springs State Park
  13. Morrison-Rockwood State Park
  14. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
  15. Prophetstown State Recreation Area
  16. Kickapoo State Park
  17. Ferne Clyffe State Park
  18. Cache River State Natural Area
  19. Pere Marquette State Park
  20. Spitler Woods State Park
  21. Pere Marquette State Park Lodge and Cabins
  22. Illinois Beach State Park
  23. Chain O' Lakes State Park
  24. Volo Bog State Natural Area
  25. Rock Cut State Park

These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.

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