Arlington Wetlands
Arlington Drive, Pontoon Beach, IL 62040
Location & Phone number
Arlington Drive, Pontoon Beach, Illinois 62040, United States
About the Business
Welcome to Arlington Wetlands, a serene park and tourist attraction located on Arlington Drive in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. Nestled within an 83-acre remnant meander of the Mississippi River, Arlington Wetlands offers a unique natural retreat just minutes from Granite City.
Visitors can explore the site via a 1.5-mile unpaved walking trail that meanders across a floating boardwalk and through a beautiful sand prairie. While enjoying the scenic views and abundant wildlife, take advantage of the picnic tables and conveniently located trash receptacles throughout the park. Please note that no restrooms are available on-site.
Arlington Wetlands is open daily from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash. Parking is available at the park's entrance. For the safety and preservation of the area, boating, swimming/wading, and fishing are not permitted.
This vital natural space plays a crucial role in stormwater storage, water purification, and providing a habitat for local wildlife. The park's preservation was made possible in 2011 through a collaborative effort led by HeartLands Conservancy, in partnership with Madison County government, the former Collinsville Area Recreation District, ConocoPhillips, The Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation, and the US Fish & Wildlife Service.
To visit Arlington Wetlands, take the Horseshoe Lake Road exit west from I-255 toward Granite City, then turn north onto Arlington Drive. The wetlands will be on your left. Come and experience the tranquility and natural beauty that Arlington Wetlands has to offer.
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Hours open
Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Reviews
"I've visited this place twice in the past week to explore, and I was pleasantly surprised to find a beautiful nature trail nearby. The trail is filled with a variety of wildflowers, large turtles, and cacti. There's even a fort with bees swarming around it, adding to the unique charm of the area. I enjoyed my time here so much that I returned just a few days later. It's definitely a spot worth visiting!"
"Very interesting place to visit. There is a short walk from the parking lot to the boardwalk which crosses the wetland. There were a couple geese that were in the wetland. The walking path is clearly maintained and the habitat is well maintained. The path is about a mile and half in length. There is wild life that was around the area. There is no need to buy any tickets nor is there a cost to enter the wetlands. This is a free public area that is similar to a state or county park. Make sure if you bring your pets that cleanup after them."
"It was very nice walk. We saw two cranes and a few birds. Enjoy it quite a bit."
"so beautiful, perfect in the summer. great place to see some wildlife"
"The Wetlands is a great place to be in nature. You are surrounded by birds and nature sounds. There are even some swans."
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