Greater Peoria Canoe & Kayak Trail

Marshall, Woodford, Peoria & Tazewell Counties, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude

​Waterworks Park (Henry): 
41.10832, -89.35532

Lacon Marina: 
41.02494, -89.41492

Marshall County State Fish & Wildlife Area (West):  
41.0054, -89.43922

Marshall County State Fish & Wildlife Area (East):  
40.95432, -89.42923

Chillicothe Riverfront (Cutright Park):  
40.91452, -89.48334

Chillicothe (Shore Acres Park):  
40.90458, -89.48938

Woodford County State Fish & Wildlife Area:  
40.87931, -89.45688

Poplar Lane Park (Peoria Heights):  
40.75245, -89.55841

Cooper Park South (East Peoria):  
40.69567, -89.54463

​Don Burch Boat Dock (Creve Coeur):  
40.64891, -89.60948
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CAUTION:
​PEORIA LOCK & DAM

Pekin Riverfront Park:  
​40.57161, -89.65345

Official Website
none found

Activities: 
Water (paddle, fish)
 
Season/Hours:  varies by location
 
Dog Friendly:  yes
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  no
On Site:   no
 
Parking: parking lots
 
Amenities:  bench at each stop; other amenities vary by location    
Restrooms:  vary by location
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  free             
 
Historical and/or Geological Significance:  historical
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  river view & access
 
General Description:  water trail of 11 stops on Illinois River from Henry to Pekin; approximately 43 river miles

OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  ​ 
​The Peoria Lock & Dam is between stops at the Don Burch Boat Dock (Creve Coeur) and the Pekin Riverfront.  Please contact the Peoria Lock & Dam for information. 
Subject to Illinois River flooding. Know before you go.  Check Illinois River levels here.

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
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More Information:
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http://unionsportsmen.org/illinois-river-canoe-kayak-trail/

https://spiritofpeoria.com/general-info/illinois-river-facts

https://www.greaterpeoriaedc.org/recent-news/illinois-river-canoe-kayak-trail-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-photo-gallery/

https://www.pjstar.com/article/20151029/NEWS/151029184
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http://www.peorian.com/news/news/non-profit/2106-canoe-kayak-trail

https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Missions/Navigation/Lock-and-Dam-Information/Peoria-Lock-and-Dam/

https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/chillicothe/greater-peoria-canoe-and-kayak-trail/eagle-landing-bench/

https://www.mvr.usace.army.mil/Portals/48/docs/Nav/NavigationCharts/ILW/WaterwayDistances.pdf

Managed by:
Varies by Location

HLC (Henry-Lacon-Chillicothe) Canoe & Kayak Annual Event, August 2021

Waterworks Park (Henry): 41.10832, -89.35532 (upriver/northern trail terminus)

Lacon Marina: 41.02494, -89.41492

Marshall County State Fish & Wildlife Area (West): 41.0054, -89.43922

Marshall County State Fish & Wildlife Area (East): 40.95432, -89.42923

Chillicothe Riverfront (Cutright Park): 40.91452, -89.48334

Chillicothe (Shore Acres Park): 40.90458, -89.48938

Woodford County State Fish & Wildlife Area: 40.87931, -89.45688

Poplar Lane Park (Peoria Heights): 40.75245, -89.55841

Cooper Park South (East Peoria): 40.69567, -89.54463

Don Burch Boat Dock (Creve Coeur): 40.64891, -89.60948

Pekin Riverfront: ​40.57161, -89.65345 (downriver/southern trail terminus)

A sign marks each stop on Greater Peoria Canoe & Kayak Trail.