Amôwa Forest Preserve
19500 Hubbard Rd East Moline IL
Office (309) 203-1404
General Park Hours of Operation: Sunrise to dusk
Amôwa Forest Preserve, located along Interstate 80 and Illinois 92, is part of the Rock Island County Forest Preserve. The park concentrates on preserving biodiversity and protecting our natural environments.
Park rules include:
- No off-road motorized vehicles
- No horses
- No drones, aircraft or remote-controlled items
- No fires or fireworks
- All dogs must be on a leash at all times
Amôwa Forest Preserve History
“Amôwa” (pronounced uh-MOE-wah) is the Sauk word for “bee.” The name honors the Sauk people while also tying into the park's purpose to provide and conserve a biodiverse habitat for the region's native species, including vital pollinators. The Amôwa Forest Preserve offers approximately 179 acres of protected land for visitors to explore and habitat for species that are in rapid decline due to loss of quality habitat. Quality habitat loss is a significant contributing factor for the decline of pollinators like the endangered Rusty Patched Bumblebee and vulnerable American Bumblebee.
