Detweiller Marina

Peoria County, Illinois

​​Latitude/Longitude
40.702368, -89.569924

2 Caroline St
Peoria, IL  61603

Official Website
none found

Activities: 
Trails (paved)
Water (paddle, fish)
Other (playground, picnic)
 
Season/Hours:  dawn to dusk
 
Dog Friendly:  yes (leashed)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online:
Online:  http://www.peoriaparks-planning.org/maps/Detweiller%20Marina.pdf
On Site: no
 
Parking: parking lot
 
Amenities:  picnic tables   
 
Restrooms: no
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  free                   
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance: 
historical; Birding Hotspot
 
Terrain/Views/Access: 
open grass space and trees
river view and access
 
General Description: city park in heart of city along river, formerly operated as a marina

OPALs Observations & Opinions:  As of January 1, 2019, this facility no longer operates as a marina.  The property surrounding it remains open for recreation and river access.
Subject to Illinois River flooding. Know before you go.  Check Illinois River levels here.

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
Detweiller Marina Layout (PDF)

More Information:

https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2730332?yr=all&m=&rank=mrec

​https://drloihjournal.blogspot.com/search?q=detweiller

https://www.peoriamagazines.com/ibi/2013/may/immigrants-build-peoria

Managed by:
Peoria Park District
1125 W Lake Ave
​Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 682-1200  OR   (309) 682-6684