Penfield, IL

Penfield is a peaceful rural community in northeastern Champaign County, offering quiet country living with wide-open prairie views. Outdoor lovers will feel right at home with the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve sitting just down the road. The preserve features miles of scenic trails, quiet campsites, and Illinois' first certified International Dark Sky Park, making it one of the best stargazing spots in the state. It is an ideal setting if you want plenty of elbow room and starry skies, with easy driving access to nearby Gifford and Rantoul for everyday essentials.