Ferne Clyffe State Park
Overview
Ferne Clyffe State Park is in Goreville, IL 62939. The verified information identifies it as a campground, and the review excerpts indicate that camping is available in a primitive area. No additional campground amenities were verified, so the description is limited to the information provided.
Review excerpts describe a visit to Big Rocky Hollow Trail and mention a path leading to a waterfall. One reviewer said the route was surrounded by massive bluffs on both sides and tall trees, and another described the park as having a good amount of water moving, waterfalls, and streams after recent rain. The trails were described as wide, and one visitor noted a low number of other visitors during a Friday morning visit.
One review also said the primitive camping area was nice and quiet during an overnight stay. The same reviewer mentioned getting up early, but the excerpt ends there, so no further details are available from that review. Another reviewer said they would return and had been told the park is also beautiful in winter.
Based on the verified reviews, Ferne Clyffe State Park may appeal to visitors looking for primitive camping and trail access. The available information also points to a park experience that some reviewers found quiet and pleasant.
Location
IL-37Goreville, Illinois 62939
Nearby Campgrounds
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- Golconda Marina — Golconda, Illinois 19.5 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions About Ferne Clyffe State Park
Does Ferne Clyffe State Park allow pets?
No, Ferne Clyffe State Park does not allow pets.