Mendenhall Park & Public Boat Launch
Peoria County, Illinois
Latitude/Longitude
40.610698, -89.652643 |
Mendenhall Road
Bartonville, IL 61607 |
Official Website
https://bartonville.org/parks-recreation/
https://bartonville.org/parks-recreation/
Activities:
Water (paddle, fish) Other (view wildlife) Season/Hours: seasonal April - October, 6 AM - 10 PM November - March, 6 AM - 6 PM flooding may limit access Dog Friendly: yes (leashed) Map(s) On Site and/or Online: On Site: no Online: no Parking: large paved parking lot Amenities: public boat launch; parking for boats and trailers Restrooms: no Trail Info Websites/Apps: none found Cost: free admission Historical and/or Scientific Significance: Birding Hotspot Terrain/Views/Access: forest wetland view & access stream/river view & access General Description: boat launch and park outside of town OPAL’s Observations & Opinions: People fishing in the backwaters as well as those launching boats into the Illinois River are common sites here. This dead end road, surrounded by forest and backwater is also home to a variety of wildlife. During flooding, the road is often closed. Subject to Illinois River flooding. Know before you go. Check Illinois River levels here. |
Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):
More Information:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L1627282?yr=all&m=&rank=mrec https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/bartonville/nature-outdoor-recreation/mendenhall-park-wetland-area/#post_profile Managed by:
Village of Bartonville Parks & Recreation Bartonville, IL 61607 309-697-3822 |