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Detweiller Park

Phone: 309.682.6684

8327 North Galena Road
Peoria, IL

At over 760 acres, 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.

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Rentals
Trails / Hiking
Pets Welcome
Playgrounds
Shelters
Soccer Fields
Public Restrooms
Picnic Tables
Special Events

From time to time, you’ll find that this location undergoes a Prescribed Burn. Our PPD team has determined the following parks would benefit from controlled burns as means of preserving rare and endangered habitats:

Camp Wokanda
Detweiller Park
Donovan Park
Forest Park
Grand View Drive Park
Robinson Park
Singing Woods Nature Preserve
Springdale Savanna
Sommer Farm

The controlled application of fire, under specific weather conditions, to restore a natural process, ensure ecosystem health and resiliency, and reduce wildfire risk. The Burn Crew are trained fire experts, aware of fire behavior and control techniques, that follow nationally set standards to ensure the safety of the crew, nearby residents and private property. Learn more about the importance of this by clicking the button below.

Prescribed Burn

Detweiller Park

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