Mautino Fish and wildlife Area

Mautino State Fish & Wildlife Area is south of I-80 about 6 miles. From I-80, take Exit 45, which brings you to Route 40. Go south on Route 40 for 4 miles (crossing the junction of Route 34 & 6) to the town of Buda. In Buda turn west on Main Street/County Road 1200N (brown directional signs are located on Route 40). It is 2 miles to the site. Those coming from the west will be on Route 34 and on the big curve between Neponset and Sheffield (3 miles southwest of Sheffield), visitors should follow the site directional signs and go east for 2 miles on County Road 1200N to the site entrance.


What was Coal Creek State Fish & Wildlife was named in honor of former Representative Richard "Dick" Mautino of Spring Valley. Mautino was a long-time friend to conservation and the Illinois park district system. He represented the area encompassing the site in the Legislature from 1975 until his death in August 1991. The site, is now Mautino State Fish & Wildlife Area, and is opened to the public year-round. Purchased in 1991, it is operated as a part of the Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park.

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• While groups of 25 or more are welcome and encouraged to use the park's facilities, they are required to register in advance with the site office to avoid crowding or scheduling conflicts.
• At least one responsible adult must accompany each group of 15 minors.
• Pets must be kept on leashes at all times.
• Actions by nature can result in closed roads and other facilities. Please call ahead to the park office before you make your trip.
• We hope you enjoy your stay. Remember, take only memories, leave only footprints.
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