Black Partridge Park (Metamora)

Woodford County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.801319, -89.389590

Coal Bank Rd
Metamora, IL 61548

Activities:
Trails (hiking, biking)
Other (playground, view wildlife, picnic, sport fields)

Season/Hours: sunrise to sunset

Dog Friendly: yes (leashed); not allowed in playground area

Map(s) On Site and/or Online:
Online: http://www.metamoraparks.org/pdfs/parks/BPP-Trails.jpg
On Site: yes

Parking: parking lots

Amenities: shelter, picnic tables

Restrooms: yes

Trail Info Websites/Apps:  All Trails, Trailforks

Cost: free admission

Historical and/or Scientific Significance: historical cabin; birding hotspot

Terrain/Views/Access:  forest, hills, prairie, open grass space,
stream view & access

General Description: 450-acre multi-use park on edge of small town

OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  This is a beautiful and well-maintained park with something for everyone. The trails (of varying length) are in great shape with bridged creeks, hills and some stunning old trees. Even on a warm day, the shade made hiking quite comfortable.

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
Black Partridge Park Trail Map (PDF)
PAMBA's Black Partridge Park Trail Map (PDF)

More Information:
https://www.peoriamagazine.com/article/trail-blazers/

https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1275539

http://www.pambamtb.org/black-partridge-park

https://chronicleillinois.com/news/woodford-county-news/log-cabin-in-black-partridge-park-seeking-volunteers/

http://www.historicmetamora.com/metamoraguide.htm

https://www.mtbproject.com/directory/8015263/black-partridge-park

https://www.mtbr.com/trails/united-states/illinois/Metamora/black-partridge-park.html

https://www.trailforks.com/region/black-partridge-park-17115/

Managed by:
Metamora Park District Office
214 E Partridge
Metamora, IL 61548
309-367-2932