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About Centennial Park

Centennial Park is an amazing oasis set along the banks of the Rock River. The park offers a wide array of outdoor recreational activities, including fishing, boating, sailing, hiking, swimming and more. It's easy to escape into the natural beauty of this picturesque destination while enjoying some much needed peace and quiet. There are also plenty of concessions and restrooms available throughout the grounds if you're feeling peckish or need a bathroom break.

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RB&W District Park

RB&W District Park

1.77km from Centennial Park

RB&W District Park is known for having a wide variety of recreational opportunities, from biking and fishing to camping and picnic areas. There are also jogging trails and basketball courts in the park, as well as a one-of-a-kind disc golf course. RB&W District Park offers something for everyone that loves the outdoors. Visitors can expect stunning views of hills, valleys and the nearby Rock River.

Dillon Home Museum

Dillon Home Museum

2.58km from Centennial Park

The Dillon Home Museum is a testament to the area's history. Located on historic Lafayette Street and within sight of the Mighty Mississippi, the museum is nestled in a nineteenth century home. The museum offers guided tours and events throughout the year where visitors can experience not only the original furniture and artifacts from Whiteside County but they can also soak up the unique local flavor of early-day living.

Sinnissippi Park

Sinnissippi Park

3.76km from Centennial Park

Sinnissippi Park is a popular destination for locals and vacationers alike. Spanning 455 acres, the park features towering trees, sculpted hills, a rolling landscape of wildflowers, and crystal clear water from the Rock River. Visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, cycling and bird watching on its miles of trails. Camping is also available with access to modern restroom facilities and a designated swimming area.

Ronald Reagan's Birthplace

Ronald Reagan's Birthplace

17.44km from Centennial Park

The Birthplace of Ronald Reagan, also known as the Graham Building, is located in an apartment on the second floor of a late 19th-century commercial building in Tampico, Illinois, United States. The building was built in 1896, and housed a tavern from that time until 1915. On February 6, 1911, the future 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan, was born in the apartment there.

Prophetstown State Recreation Area

Prophetstown State Recreation Area

22.78km from Centennial Park

Prophetstown State Recreation Area is a paradise for outdoorsy types. Located along the banks of the Rock River and Thompson’s Lake, it’s an ideal destination for fishing, boating, camping and picnicking. The picturesque park also contains over five miles of hiking trails that wind through prairies and landscapes with excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. Open year-round the recreation area has several pavilions that can be reserved for parties or family gatherings as well as a boat ramp.

Morrison Rockwood State Park

Morrison Rockwood State Park

24.9km from Centennial Park

Morrison Rockwood State Park is the perfect destination for outdoor lovers. Located within the Loess Hills region of northwestern Illinois, the park encompasses 684 acres and features rolling hills, historical sites and woodlands full of wildlife. The woodlands were once a farm owned by the Holcomb family who farmed it from 1831-1994. Visitors can explore special interests including glacial history, natural areas, birdwatching and recreational activities.

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Whiteside County

Whiteside County

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Whiteside County, Illinois is a place of beauty and wonder, with profound natural resources. The county has dense woodlands, lush prairies and dozens of high quality waterways that connect to the Rock River and the mighty Mississippi River. The diverse landscape includes a variety of terrain including plains, rolling hills and bluffs, giving nature lovers plenty to explore. Residents enjoy quality schools, safe neighborhoods and plenty of recreational activities including camping, hunting and fi

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