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Catlin Park

2560 East 1251st Road, Ottawa, IL 61350

Hiking & Trails

Catlin Park features picnic shelters, tables, grills, hiking, bicycling, horseback trails, a horse arena, a softball field, restrooms, outdoor recreation areas and abundant wildlife.

Catlin's 333 acres host 14 distinct trails plus numerous connector trails which course through the park's habitat, past various streams and ponds. The well-groomed trails are perfect for novice horses or riders, but challenging enough for more seasoned riders. Adjacent to a 120x160-foot horse arena is an obstacle course used by the LaSalle County Sheriff's Mounted Search and Rescue Posse. The horse trails are recognized as some of the best in the central area. The trails are used by horseback riders, hikers, joggers, birdwatchers, bike riders, and photographers.

What's happening nearby...

Ottawa Oktoberfest

Jordan Block •  Sep 21 @ 10AM

The Jordan Block will be filled with German fare, beer, polka, and vendors selling classic Oktoberfest wares.

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Fall Festival and Parade

Downtown Ottawa •  Sep 29 @ 11AM

The Fall Festival and Parade is great for all ages. The parade will consist of floats decorated in fall themes!

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Wine and Art Walk

Downtown Ottawa •  Nov 02 @ 2PM

The Ottawa Wine & Art Walk is an annual event in the heart of downtown Ottawa.

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