Shore Acres Park

Peoria County, Illinois

Latitude/Longitude
40.904439, -89.491548

100 Park Blvd
Chillicothe, IL 61523

Official Website:
http://www.chillicotheparkdistrict.org/shore-acres-park

Activities: 
Programs (educational, volunteer)
Water (swim (pool), paddle); stop on Greater Peoria Canoe and Kayak Trail)
Other (disc golf, playground, view wildlife, picnic, sport fields)
 
Season/Hours:  unknown
 
Dog Friendly:  yes (leashed)
 
Map(s) On Site and/or Online: 
Online: none found
On Site:  unknown
 
Parking: parking lot
 
Amenities:  benches, shelter, picnic tables,
pool, historic community building  
 
Restrooms: yes
 
Trail Info Websites/Apps:  no
 
Cost:  park admission free, fee for other activities 
 
Historical and/or Scientific Significance:  clubhouse is on National Register of Historic Places
 
Terrain/Views/Access: 
open grass space with trees
river view
 
General Description:  city park in small town
 
OPAL’s Observations & Opinions:  

Trail/Park Maps & Brochures (downloadable):

More Information:
https://www.pjstar.com/story/news/local/2023/12/07/historic-shore-acres-park-in-chillicothe-il-will-undergo-renovations/71828716007/

https://www.chillicotheparkdistrict.org/rentals/shore-acres-clubhouse/
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​https://www.illinoisriverroad.org/places/united-states/illinois/chillicothe/nature-outdoor-recreation/shore-acres-park/​

Managed by:
Chillicothe Park District
100 Park Blvd
​Chillicothe, IL 61523
309-274-3409