Elwood Wildlife Preserve

Peoria County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.70349627, -89.6636538

4607 West Elwood Drive
Peoria, IL 61604

Official Website
http://www.prairielandconservancy.org/elwood-wildlife-preserve.html

Activities: 
Trails (hiking)
Programs (volunteer)
Other (view wildlife)
 
Season/Hours:  dawn to dusk (year round)
 
Dog Friendly:  yes (leashed & cleaned up after)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  no
On Site:   no
 
Parking:  on street
 
Amenities:  no  
 
Restrooms:  no
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  free admission                
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:  unknown
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  forest, hills
 
General Description:  78-acre nature preserve
 
OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:   As of January 1, 2023, there is a wide, unmarked, forested trail (0.7 mile one-way, 1.4 miles roundtrip) leading from the top of the hill to almost the northwest boundary of the preserve.  While parts of the trail are steep and muddy, it is a nice and quiet place for a woodland stroll.  There is no clear stopping point and the preserve is bordered by private lands.  Please be respectful.  

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
​​Elwood Wildlife Preserve Map (JPG)
​Elwood Wildlife Preserve Map (PDF)

More Information:

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Managed by:
Prairie Land Conservancy
321 W University Dr
Macomb, IL 61455
309-833-4747