Brian Oelberg: Hard to find but lovely spot on the Rock river. If you’re a canoeing or kayaking, this is your best option north of Oregon. There’s a dock (ADA accessible) and a paddle downriver, keeping to the right, will put you at the mouth of the Leaf River. This is a shaded, calm and pretty journey away from all the big river traffic.
Shan B: First time visiting and the trails are so much fun to walk and look at all the different wildlife and birds! We were able to see many birds and even three deer! There were many squirrels running around as well. Very well, maintain trails and a lot of active people walking them. Need to come back when the nature center is open so that way we can go inside and see what it’s all about. Great for families and everyone of all ages.
ᗰคгรєlค ᗰ.: We had the Playhouse reserved for a family event through Skip Along child development where the families could come in and enjoy some time together. I was quite impressed with the things that the playhouse had to offer and its definitely a great place to bring your kiddos so they can explore and learn some things! I absolutely love all the different activity centers that they had were the kiddos had things that they could interact with like the piano bridge, the water table, the train track, and the ballroom. So much fun stuff to do and I highly recommend bringing your child!
Bob Andersen: We always stop here on our annual road trips east. Is its small (compared to what we are used to in Omah), quaint, and fun! My kids love it!
We really enjoy the Australian Walkabout with the emu and the wallabies where they are free roaming and the humans are confined to the path.
There are numerous opportunities to learn and see a variety of different species.
It will continue to be a regular stop for us to enjoy this gem in Peoria.
Dennis Robinson: Wow, what an incredible experience! My family opted to purchase the pass, which granted us complimentary entry to numerous other museums and science centers. Additionally, we received discounts on tickets to other attractions if the entry fee was free. This trip allowed us to immerse our kids in diverse cultures. From the vibrant car culture, which encompassed various subcultures like bikers, truckers, low riders, and artists of all kinds, to the fascinating planetarium show, we were captivated by the exhibits. We were so impressed that we ended up wanting to watch several more shows. However, I must admit that the lady at the counter was not particularly receptive to our requests. We wanted our daughter to participate in the scavenger hunt, but it seemed like she was having a rough day or perhaps didn’t enjoy her job. Despite this, we managed to get our daughter involved. The gift shop at the museum was also quite extensive and offered a wide range of souvenirs.
Natalina Bailey: I love anything with history. Many original furnishings. The house is beautifully preserved through many generations of owners. I enjoyed the tour very much.
Steve C: A nice spot to enjoy an ancient tree that is over 500 years old. You cant access the tree directly as its surrounded by a fence to protect it. There is a picnic table and plenty of grass to walk around it and enjoy thinking about the amount of time its been there.
Sara Smith: This has been my favorite park since I was really little. …I was sad to see the old wooden playground go but the new one looks just as fun for the kids. I took my kids here when they were little and plan on taking my grandchildren when that time comes. It’s such a nice area for picnics and cookouts and get togethers. Plenty of tables, benches and parking. I love being here.
