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 Some folks describe small town life as “quiet.” They’ve never been to Prophetstown! Something’s always happening in this small but progressive community. Schools, churches and civic groups keep the calendar packed with events, activities, parades, festivals, athletic events and more. We’re also proud of our state-of-the-art recreation center offering indoor swimming, fitness equipment and indoor basketball courts, as well as a full slate of year ‘round activities outside.
Enjoy the great outdoors? We do too! Located on the banks of the Rock River, Prophetstown boasts a beautiful state park offering fishing, camping and picnicking. Nearby are a state fish and wildlife area, and a challenging nine-hole golf course. Enjoy time in nature without crowds, parking hassles and long drives. Prophetstown: Practically Perfect!
Recreation
 Prophetstown State Recreation Area
Located within the city limits, the state park offers a variety of recreational facilities in a 53-acre park on the south bank of the Rock River. Coon Creek flows through the park, feeding into the Rock River, creating a natural fish habitat. Once the site of a Native American village, the park features a shaded recreation/picnic area, camping (with electrical hookups, dump station, restrooms and showers), boat launch, playground equipment, picnic shelters, horseshoe courts and a hiking trail.
P: (815) 537-2926
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 Big Bend State Fish and Wildlife Area
Located in Whiteside County near Prophetstown, this 2,3760-acre park offers hunting, hiking and limited fishing.
P: (815) 537-2270
P: (815) 537-2926
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 Prophetstown Park District
The park district maintains an indoor, Olympic-size swimming pool and offers a full schedule of swim lessons, lap swims, exercise classes and open swims. Pool may be reserved for private parties. Summer activities include a coed volleyball league, youth baseball program and adult softball league. Available at a new and fully equipped recreation center: fitness equipment, indoor basketball and volleyball courts, and an indoor walking track.
410 W. Riverside Dr.
Prophetstown, IL 61277
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(815) 537-2093
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 Prophet Hills Golf Course
The course is located one mile south of Prophetstown on Illinois Hwy. 78. This nine-hole course has tees allowing you to vary the length of the holes as well as elevated greens, sand trap bunkers and trees adding to the challenge and beauty of the course. Membership is reasonable, as are the fees for the driving range, cart rental and cart storage. Be sure to check out The Par and Grill Restaurant for outstanding food after your game!
P: (815) 537-5226
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Attractions
 Eclipse Square Park
Located in downtown Prophetstown on land once home to the Eclipse Lawn Mower Factory, the recently restored park honors area veterans and showcases historical monuments, including an 1870s-era cannon.
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 Historic Murals
A series of prize winning, original murals depicting milestones in Prophetstown’s history are located at various sites throughout the city. Look for them on the north side of the tavern, south side of Mr. G’s Supermarket, north side of the Majeski Building, and in the city council chambers at Prophetstown City Hall. All of the murals were painted by art students at Prophetstown High School with assistance from Bob Deines, art teacher at the high school, Bud Thompson and other volunteers.
The murals program received state recognition in 2005: Prophetstown was named “The Most Arts-Friendly Small Town in Illinois” by the Illinois Arts Alliance Foundation and the Illinois Municipal League, which also presented the city with the President’s Award for the murals program. |
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