Playgrounds
Swings and slides and jungle gyms… these are some of our favorite things. We hope they’re some of yours, too. See below for a list of playgrounds ready and waiting to get your kids’ wiggles out on a sunny day.
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.
Bicycle Safety Town
Peoria, IL
Many kids dream about the day they can get behind the wheel and out on the road. Until that time comes, did you know that Peoria Park District offers a place for them to “drive” around on their bicycles? Bicycle Safety Town offers a unique experience for bikers of all ages and skill levels to learn and play on nearly 4,000 feet of one-way streets, curves, traffic signals, overpasses, and more! Bring your helmets on and enjoy the ride.
AMENITIES
Pets Welcome
Picnic Tables
Playgrounds
Public Restrooms
Shelters
Trails / Hiking
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.
Charter Oak Park
Peoria, IL
With fishing, fun, and tennis/pickleball courts, Charter Oak Park has something for everyone. Charter Oak Park has 0.6 miles of paved, but not so level hiking trails.
Click here to learn more about the Charter Oak Park Pickleball/Tennis schedules and court rules.
AMENITIES
Basketball Court(s)
Fishing
Pets Welcome
Pickleball
Picnic Table(s)
Playground(s)
Shelter(s)
Soccer Field(s)
Tennis Court(s)
Trails / Hiking
Chartwell Park
Peoria, IL
Chartwell Park is a great example of a neighborhood park… with walking trails and playground equipment, it’s a great place to enjoy the great outdoors in your own backyard! Chartwell Park has a .6 mile trail that is paved and fairly level.
AMENITIES
Pets Welcome
Picnic Table(s)
Playground(s)
Trails / Hiking
Columbia Park
Peoria, IL
Check out a book at the McClure Branch Library and then spend some time in the sun. Featuring picnic tables, play equipment and a walking trail that feature a Story Walk, Columbia Park is a great family place to relax! The Story Walk book changes every two weeks, so please visit often!
AMENITIES
Creighton Woods Park
Peoria, IL
Neighborhood parks like Creighton Woods are a great way to spend time outside and build a healthier lifestyle.
AMENITIES
Detweiller Park
Peoria, IL
Detweiller is a popular multi-use destination for Peoria area residents who enjoy running/walking, soccer, volleyball, hiking, birding, and many other outdoor activities. Detweiller Drive, which runs through much of the park, features one of the finest, most diverse collections of oaks around. The early spring show of blooming redbuds, as well as the colorful fall foliage should not be missed!
Nature lovers will love exploring one or more of the park’s 5+ miles of hiking trails traversing the Illinois River bluffs. If you have questions about rentals at this park, please call 309-682-1200.
AMENITIES
Pets Welcome
Picnic Table(s)
Playground(s)
Public Restroom(s)
Rentals
Shelter(s)
Sled Hill
Soccer Field(s)
Trails / Hiking
Endres Park
Peoria Heights, IL
With a lot of fun packed in a small package, Endres is a neighborhood park with a ton of fun!
AMENITIES
Pets Welcome
Picnic Table(s)
Playground(s)
Shelter(s)
Sled Hill
Soccer Field(s)