Franklin Creek State Natural Area- Illinois

tazman7 · 10-29-2006, 10:31 AM

Just wondering if any of you guys/ladies have ever hunted down there? I would like to go try it out but I dont know if I am fond of walking by a guy with a gun/bow in his hand... Is this area any good for hunting? I just found it on the DNR site and realized its only 30 minutes south of me if that

ollie085 · 10-29-2006, 10:35 PM

I have hunted near there, about a half a mile. its has lots of deer in and around the area but the park has a stable area and horseback riding is open in the hunting areas. I might hunt it this year. Where are you from? Im from dixon,about 15min from the park.

tazman7 · 10-30-2006, 07:01 AM

I am from Rochelle- Im just having a real hard time getting a deer at the land that I hunt so im looking for other places too- Ive been out like 14 times and only seen 4 does.

danscott · 10-30-2006, 08:10 AM

My lease runs next to that park. It really is not as crowded as you may think on the weekends. Typically, I see 8-10 cars/trucks in the various parking areas. I think you ought to try it since you are so close and there alot of deer in the area.

tazman7 · 10-30-2006, 08:58 PM

Yeah I might go try it out then- I read that you cant use tree stands so I might just walk in and hide in a fellen tree or something. Maybe ill call and see if I can go walk around in there some day this week to try and find good spots.

danscott · 10-31-2006, 05:51 AM

I know I've seen guys with climbers. I believe you can use a portable stand, but have to take down when you leave. Calling would be the best bet. If I remember the person who manages it, I'll edit this message.