Lake Eureka Park
(including Eureka Dog Park)

Woodford County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.703077, -89.278437

County Rd 800 N (Lake Rd)
Eureka, IL  61530

Official Website
​https://www.eurekaillinois.net/community/page/lake-eureka-park

Activities:  ​
Water (paddle, fish)
Other (playground, picnic, sport fields/courts, disc golf)
 
Season/Hours:  unknown
 
Dog Friendly:  yes (dog park)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  no
On Site:   unknown
 
Parking:  parking lots
 
Amenities:  shelter, picnic tables, benches   
 
Restrooms: unknown
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no

​Cost:  unknown
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:  birding hotspot
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  
open grass space & trees
lake view & access
stream (Walnut Creek) view
 
General Description:  240-acre park (including 36-acre lake) on edge of small town
 
OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  
Kayak, canoe & paddleboard rentals available on north shore of lake through North Shore Boat & Board Rentals at 1717 Lakeview Drive (309-417-3408 or [email protected]).
or https://www.facebook.com/NBBR1717/

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):

More Information:
​​https://www.wcbu.org/local-news/2022-09-20/eureka-looks-ahead-with-major-lake-facilities-upgrade

https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1847163?yr=all&m=&rank=mrec

https://www.dgcoursereview.com/course.php?id=1443

https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/eureka/nature-outdoor-recreation/eureka-lake/

https://herald-review.com/news/state-and-regional/eureka-lake-starts-over-ready-to-restock-fish-population/article_3b1aaaae-9177-5c15-ac47-91da67a8c8f8.html
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Managed by:
City of Eureka
Eureka, IL  61530
309-467-2113