Loud Thunder Forest Preserve

Loud Thunder is the largest of the Rock Island  County forest preserves at 1,621 acres. One of the main attractions at Loud Thunder is Lake George, a 167-acres man-made lake with depths up to 55 feet and stocked with many varieties of fish. Other amenities are: Five campgrounds that include 111 campsites, including a Horse Corral campground Boat rentals and concessions Hiking trails- a two-mile moderate level and a 12-mile continuous loop moderate level Shared-use trails for mountain bikers, horseback riders, and hikers Picnic shelters and playgrounds A part of the Illinois Great River Road National Scenic Byway