Pere Marquette Park initially was seen as the likely location of the RNC protest zone. But after RNC objections, it was put in the hard security zone.

GRAFTON — Pere Marquette State Park in Grafton will start their Bald Eagle Days on Thursday, Dec. 26. Pere Marquette State Park will be presenting informative programs about bald eagles this winter.

Length • 9 miles on 10 separate trailsFour of Pere Marquette's hiking trails converge at McAdam's Peak. A stone shelter and boardwalk provide sweeping views of the Illinois River. In the winter ...

See a slideshow of eagles near Pere Marquette State Park. stltoday.mycapture.com Dec 30, 2009 Dec 30, 2009 0 ...