Leslie Rutherford Park

Peoria County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.830969, -89.694344

7263 W Dickison Cemetery Rd
Dunlap, IL 61525

Official Website
​http://www.villageofdunlap-il.gov/parks.html

Activities: 
Other (cricket field, picnic, wildlife viewing)
 
Season/Hours:  dawn to dusk (gated area)
 
Dog Friendly:  yes (leashed)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online:
Online: no
On Site:  no
 
Parking: on grass/dirt/unpaved road
 
Amenities:  shelter, picnic tables   
 
Restrooms: no
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost: free                    
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:  
Birding Hotspot
 
Terrain/Views/Access:  open grass space and trees
 
General Description:  241-acre multi-use park in rural area; third stop on Kickapoo Creek Watershed Geoheritage Trail

OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  hidden access (on curve and hill) from main road; park has unimproved/rough road
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Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):

More Information:
http://thecommunityword.com/online/blog/2021/07/29/kickapoo-creek-watershed-the-untold-story/

https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1771973?yr=all&m=&rank=mrec

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1AEu5qpgGQ_3f3YKRrNRnW4mWQCIwEGzL&ll=40.83152588235295%2C-89.69446494117648&z=16

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