Picnicking at Jim Edgar Panther Creek

Picnic areas and restrooms are located at Gridley Lake, Drake Lake, Painter Pond, Geiss Pond, and the Prairie Lake day use area. Shelters are reservable for a fee of $25 or, if not reserved, they can be used on a first-come, first-serve basis. Shelter reservations may be made through ExploreMoreIL™.