Rock Cut State Park is in Winnebego County. Nearby is the mighty Rock River and the place where wagons once forded it, Rockford. Two lakes set off the park’s 3,092 acres. Pierce Lake, with 162 acres, is a retreat for people wanting to fish, ice fish or ice skate. A second 50-acre Olson Lake is especially for swimmers. Rounding out the park’s recreational options are camping, hiking, mountain biking, horseback trails, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. There are 15 miles of trails to enjoy. The Rock Cut trail around Pierce Lake is 4.25 miles long, with separate interpretive trails putting you a little closer to nature. All trails are well-marked and maintained. There are many day use sites with pavillions, picnic areas and grills. Camping is available year round (in Winter - only pit toilets are available). Youth group, tent, and RV sites available. The Youth Group area has a private access roadway with a very large grassy/wooded area along Pierce Lake and is available for scouting use. Groups should call in advance for availability. DIRECTIONS: I-90 West to Rockford. Take the East Riverside Blvd. Exit. Follow signs off tollway as follows: Go West on East Riverside to Perryville Road, Go North on Perryville to Hwy. 173, Go East on Hwy. 173 about 1-1/2 miles to Park Entrance.