Baseball Fields
Whether you’re a part of a team or are enjoying a pick-up game with friends or family, the Peoria Park District has multiple baseball fields ready and waiting. Check out the list of sites below and click on the “rental” button to reserve a field for your team’s practice or game.
Becker Park
Peoria, IL
Whether you want to shoot hoops, skateboard or inline skate, or just enjoy the great outdoors, Becker Park is for you! Becker Park has a 0.6 mile trail which is paved and fairly level.
Bielfeldt Park
Peoria Heights, IL
Located just south of Detweiller, Bielfeldt is a great spot for a family picnic or a lunchtime walk. Bielfeldt Park has a 0.25 mile loop trail which is paved and fairly level.
AMENITIES
Baseball Fields
Pets Welcome
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds
Public Restrooms
Shelters
Soccer Fields
Trails / Hiking
Bradley Park
Peoria, IL
This large park, located adjacent to Bradley University, was established in the late 19th century. Filled with amenities that will appeal to dog lovers and sports fans alike, the park traverses a high bluff woodland that grades down into the floodplain of Dry Run Creek. Along with numerous picnic sites, the park also features a beautiful Japanese bridge. The roads through Bradley Park provide paved, but not so level hiking opportunities. If you have questions about rentals at this park, please call 309-682-1200.
Grand View Drive & Park
Peoria, IL
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Grand View Drive is a 2.52 mile meandering pleasure driveway constructed in 1903. The “world’s most beautiful drive,” as President Theodore Roosevelt referred to it in a visit to Peoria in 1910, offers visitors numerous panoramic scenic views of the Illinois River Valley and the chance to view many historic and remarkable homes lining it. The linear park is especially beautiful in autumn, with the ever-changing colors of fall leaves. Grand View Drive has 1.75 miles of paved sidewalk for hiking.
AMENITIES
Baseball Fields
Pets Welcome
Picnic Tables
Public Restrooms
Sand Volleyball Courts
Shelters
Trails / Hiking
John H. Gwynn Jr. Park
Peoria, IL
Located next to Carver Recreation Center in downtown Peoria, Gwynn Park is filled with fun for all seasons.
AMENITIES
Baseball Field(s)
Basketball Court(s)
Pets Welcome
Picnic Table(s)
Playground(s)
Public Restroom(s)
Sand Volleyball Courts
Shelter(s)
Soccer Field(s)
Swimming
Trails / Hiking
Markwoodlands Park
Peoria, IL
Located next to Mark Bills School, Markwoodlands is pleased to host Notre Dame JFL and Peoria Christian Center baseball.
AMENITIES
Baseball Field(s)
Pets Welcome
Playground(s)
Shelter(s)
Soccer Field(s)
Proctor Recreation Center
South DuSable Street, Peoria
Proctor Center is a year-round recreational facility the offers two gyms, auditorium with stage, a lounge area with television, weight room, arts & crafts room, game room, outdoor basketball courts, playground, and a play field area.
Sommer Park North
Edwards, IL
Not to be confused with its neighbor to the south, Sommer Park North is a neighborhood park filled with activity. Sommer Park North has 1.25 miles
of paved, but not so level hiking opportunities and sports amenities!
Stadium Park
Peoria, IL
Stadium Park is a cooperative partnership between Peoria School District #150 and the Peoria Park District. Located off Lake Avenue, Stadium Park makes use of School District land directly adjacent to the Peoria Stadium complex. Stadium Park has a .45 mile loop for hiking that is paved and fairly level.
Timothy J. Cassidy Park
Dunlap, IL
Named for longstanding Peoria Park District board member and President Tim Cassidy, there’s something for everyone at Timothy J. Cassidy Park… basketball, tennis, fishing, and more! Timothy J. Cassidy Park has a 0.9 mile loop trail which is paved and fairly level.