Bennett's Terraqueous Gardens
& Fondulac Seep Nature Preserve

Tazewell County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.695908, -89.540255

3382-3478 Access Rd 6
East Peoria, IL 61611

Official Websites
https://dnr.illinois.gov/inpc/area.area5tazewellfondulacseep.html
https://dnr.illinois.gov/inpc/area.area5tazewellbennettsterraqueousgardens.html

Activities: 
Trails (hiking)
Other (view wildlife)
 
Season/Hours:  6AM - 1 hour after sunset
 
Dog Friendly:  no
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  none found
On Site:  no
 
Parking: roadside
 
Amenities:  benches in shelter
 
Restrooms:  no
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  free                   
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance: ​  geological
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  forest, hills, wetland view
 
General Description: 2.74-acre preserve outside of town with observation deck and boardwalk through seep; adjacent to 10.62-acre Fondulac Seep (no trails)
 
OPaL’s Observations & Opinions:  
 

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
​Fondulac Park District Properties Map (PDF)

More Information:
http://thecommunityword.com/online/blog/2023/03/03/nature-rambles-skunk-cabbage-a-stinky-sign-we-are-warming-up-for-spring/

http://thecommunityword.com/online/blog/2021/05/26/nature-rambles-why-nature-preserves/
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https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/east-peoria/nature-outdoor-recreation/bennetts-terraqueous-garden-2/
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Managed by:
Fondulac Park District
201 Veterans Dr, East Peoria, IL 61611
309-699-3923
[email protected]