Better Place Forests - Rock River: A Natural Memorial
A serene memorial forest along the Rock River in Oregon, Illinois, offering a natural and sustainable final resting place.
Better Place Forests - Rock River offers a serene alternative to traditional cemeteries, providing a protected forest where cremated remains can be returned to the earth. Located along the Rock River in Oregon, Illinois, this 60-acre forest provides a peaceful final resting place among native trees and wildlife.
A brief summary to Better Place Forests - Rock River
- 1950 N River Rd, Oregon, Illinois, 61061, US
- +1773-867-5784
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book a guided tour to fully experience the forest and learn about its ecosystem.
- Visit during different seasons to appreciate the changing beauty of the forest.
- Consider bringing comfortable shoes for walking on the forest trails.
- Check the weather forecast before your visit and dress accordingly.
Getting There
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Driving
From Oregon, Illinois, head north on N River Rd. Better Place Forests - Rock River will be on your left. Parking is available on site. The drive is less than 10 minutes. There are no tolls. Parking is free.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
The Brick Road
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Silvamore Estate
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Castle Rock State Park
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Castle Rock Overlook
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Soldier's Monument
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Indian Hill Manor / Esta Barrett Manor & Gardens
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Kishwaukee River Fork Rock River
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Northwest Territory Historic Center
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Dixon Historic Center
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William H. Holcomb House
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Historic Standard Oil - First gasoline station along the Lincoln Hwy in Illinois
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West Rock Wake Park
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Kishwaukee Gorge North Forest Preserve
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Beyer Peaches Stadium
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Graham-Ginestra House
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Unmissable attractions to see
Pride of Oregon
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Black Hawk Statue
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Lowden State Park
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Jarrett Prairie Center
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John Deere Historic Site
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Franklin Creek State Natural Area
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Chaplin Creek Historic Village
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Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home
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Klehm Arboretum & Botanic Garden
29.0 km
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Oakdale Nature Preserve
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Ethnic Heritage Museum
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Tinker Swiss Cottage Museum and Gardens
31.2 km
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Erlander Home Museum
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Davis Park at Founders Landing
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Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve
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Essential places to dine
John's Restaurant & Pizzeria
30.2 km
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Mr. C's Family Restaurant
30.2 km
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Rock-A-Bago
30.3 km
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Behr Den Restaurant
30.9 km
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Tower Kitchen & Bar
31.8 km
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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge
31.8 km
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Chuc-a-Luc's Fish Market Grill & Soul Food
31.9 km
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5 Coins Restaurant Inc
32.2 km
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Omakase
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LimaMar Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
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District Bar and Grill
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Social Urban Bar & Restaurant
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Woodfire Rockford
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Sisters Thai Cafe
32.3 km
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27 ALUNA
32.3 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Resale
31.1 km
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Minglewood
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Tiffany's Luscious Boutique
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Remade
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Sacred Places And More
32.2 km
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29 Palms-The Collector's Oasis LLC
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S'mores Collectibles and Vintage
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Downtown Shoes & Boutique
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Inscape Collective
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Treasures Galore
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The Filling Station
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The Victory Tap
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Wood & Brick Tavern
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Railroad Tap
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Minnihan's
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2 Wheel Inn
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CJs Public House
32.2 km
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The Oasis Micro-Pub
32.4 km
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Mary's Place
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Rural on Tap
33.9 km
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8th Ward Pub
34.1 km
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On State Bar & Restaurant
35.0 km
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Stumpy's Pub
35.0 km
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Jerod's Bar & Grill
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Nightclubs & after hour spots
Aragona Club
31.1 km
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Broadway Lounge
31.3 km
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3LLL Club
31.5 km
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Golden Bar
32.1 km
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Lyran Society
32.2 km
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The Office Niteclub
32.2 km
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Bigfoot Gentlemen's Club
34.3 km
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Tiger Tail Lounge, Your Adult Entertainment Super Night Club
39.7 km
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Elle's Tap
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Starved Rock Entertainment
83.3 km
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Tiki
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Ottawa Starved Rock Area
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Days Inn by Wyndham Oglesby/ Starved Rock
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Estrellas Del Millenium
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