Pekin Riverfront & Miller Parks

Tazewell County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.571482, -89.652868

121 Court Street
Pekin, IL 61554

Official Website
https://www.pekinparkdistrict.org/parks/community/miller/

Activities: 
Trails (paved riverfront path and trailhead access to Pekin Park Bike Trail)
Water (fish, splash pad, paddle (southernmost stop on Greater Peoria Canoe and Kayak Trail))
Other (steamboat themed playground, picnic, horseshoe courts, view wildlife)
 
Season/Hours:  5 AM – 10 PM
 
Dog Friendly: yes (leashed)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online:  no
On Site:  yes
 
Parking: parking lot
 
Amenities:  gazebo, picnic tables    
 
Restrooms:  unknown
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  free                   
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:  historical
 
Terrain/Views/Access: 
open grass space
river view (can also be viewed from vehicle) & river access via boat ramp
 
General Description: 4-acre city park on Illinois River; adjacent to Miller Park (city-owned)
 
OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  
​Subject to Illinois River flooding. Know before you go.  Check Illinois River levels here.

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):

More Information:
​https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/pekin/nature-outdoor-recreation/pekin-riverfront-park/

Managed by:
Pekin Park District
1701 Court Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554
309-347-PARK (7275)