Finding Indian Arrowheads in Central Illinois

Prime Locations

• Plowed fields: High ground with good drainage—often former camp sites.
• Riverbanks: Eroded banks along streams used as travel/hunting routes.
• Wooded areas: Near water, rock outcrops, or caves.
• Construction sites: Excavation may expose artifacts.
• Public parks & nature preserves: Some have known artifact areas (follow rules).

Legal & Ethical Note

Collecting on public land without permission is illegal. Always obtain landowner/authority consent. Leave no trace.