Recreation

Enjoy the Great Outdoors

Pecatonica State Trail

A 9.6 mile multi-recreational trail joins the Cheese Country Trail at Calamine, which links Mineral Point and Monroe. This limestone-surfaced trail is on a former branch line of the Milwaukee Road railroad (1869-1974) and goes through the scenic valley of Bonner Branch of the Pecatonica River. There is parking for trail users at Bond Park in Belmont.

Parks

  • Belmont Mound State Park features a peaceful picnic area and playground as well as a 64 ft. observation tower which offers a view of three states.
  • Bond Park is located in Belmont adjacent to the Pecatonica State Trail, has a softball diamond, playground, sand volleyball court, and picnic area with a shelter.
  • Village Park is convenient and centrally located and includes a tennis court, basketball court, horseshoe pits, playground, and picnic area with a shelter.

Lake Joy Campground

A 60 acre spring-fed lake located 3 miles northeast of Belmont adjacent to US HWY 151 offers swimming, fishing, paddleboats, playground, shelter house, camp store, laundry and shower facilities. There are secluded tent sites, RV sites with hook-ups and a dump station, and ground camping sites for family and group get-togethers.

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