Newton
Bigard
Orchard, Route 6, located 5 mi. NE of Newton features
strawberries in May & June, peaches in July &
Aug. (618)
783-3251
Newton
Lake, SW of Newton.
This 1775 acre lake with 540 acres of shoreline
is perfect for bank and boat fishing, picnicking and
hiking. (618)
782-3478
Newton
Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area, 3490 E. 500th
Ave. A 780
Acre fish & wildlife area offering a variety of
wildlife, including the state endangered prairie-chicken
and river otter. (618)
783-3478
Jasper
County Museum, 100 S. Van Buren.
Many past treasures from Jasper County and
surrounding areas are on display.
(618) 783-8141
Peterson
Park, 701 E. Marion.
Features a playground, tennis courts, volleyball,
batting cages, miniature golf, basketball and covered
pavilions. (618)
783-8451
Prairie
Ridge State Natural Area, 4295 N. 1000th St.
This 3300 acre site is great for observing rare
species of grassland wildlife.
(618) 783-2685
Sam
Parr State Fish and Wildlife Area, 13225 E. St., Hwy 33.
This 1800 acre park with 189 acres of water,
picnicking, camping, a 13-mi equestrian and foot trail
attracts ducks and wildlife, as well as hunters &
fishermen. (618)
783-2661
