Donovan Park
Peoria County, Illinois
Latitude/Longitude
40.757639, -89.597700 |
5805 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61614 |
Official Website
https://peoriaparks.org/park/donovan-park/
https://peoriaparks.org/park/donovan-park/
Activities:
Trails (hike/walk, bike) Programs (educational, Northmoor Observatory on site) Restaurant on site Water (fish) Winter (snowshoe, cross-country ski) Other (observatory, picnic) Season/Hours: unknown Dog Friendly: yes (leashed) Map(s) On Site and/or Online: Online: https://www.peoriaparks-planning.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/DonovanMap.pdf On Site: unknown Parking: parking lot Amenities: benches, shelter, picnic tables Restrooms: yes (at restaurant) Trail Info Websites/Apps: Trip Advisor (Northmoor Observatory) Cost: free Historical and/or Scientific Significance: unknown Terrain/Views/Access: forest, hills, prairie, open grass space, lake access General Description: large multi-use city park (formerly an 18-hole golf course) OPAL’s Observations & Opinions: Great place to walk, bike, cross-country ski or enjoy a meal in the park! |
Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
Donovan Park Layout (PDF) More Information:
https://www.wcbu.org/local-news/2022-02-08/peorias-big-secret-volunteer-led-effort-sustains-local-passion-for-cross-country-skiing https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/northmoor-observatory https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1AEu5qpgGQ_3f3YKRrNRnW4mWQCIwEGzL&ll=40.75716113513513%2C-89.59798791891893&z=16 http://www.astronomical.org/ https://cyds.biz/ https://www.astronomical.org/observatories.php Managed by:
Peoria Park District 1125 W Lake Ave Peoria, IL 61614 (309) 682-1200 OR (309) 682-6684 |