Where to see a European Carp in Illinois

The European Carp is recorded in the counties of 52 Illinois state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

1. Morrison-Rockwood State Park
2. Prophetstown State Recreation Area
3. Illinois Beach State Park
4. Chain O' Lakes State Park
5. Volo Bog State Natural Area
6. Weldon Springs State Park
7. Clinton Lake State Recreation Area
8. James "Pate" Philip State Park
9. William W. Powers State Recreation Area
10. Argyle Lake State Park
11. Pere Marquette State Park
12. Wolf Creek State Park
13. Eagle Creek State Park
14. Railsplitter State Park
15. Hidden Springs State Forest
16. Johnson Sauk Trail State Park
17. Pere Marquette State Park Lodge and Cabins
18. Moraine Hills State Park
19. Silver Springs State Park
20. Spring Lake State Park
21. Fort Creve Coeur State Park
22. Kankakee River State Park
23. Channahon State Park
24. State Park Place
25. Horseshoe Lake 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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