Address: 3826 N. Taylor Road
Hanna City, IL 61536

Phone: 309-676-0998

Stay at the Park

Lodging Info

Wildlife Prairie Park offers truly unique lodging accommodations including the secluded and serene Cabin on the Hill, converted Cabooses and Grain Bins, the beautiful Legacy Cabins adjacent the bison and elk pasture, and relaxing lakeside view at the Prairie Stables!

Checking In & Out

Check-in Weekdays is between 4 pm and 5 pm
Check-in Weekends is between 4 pm and 6:30 pm
Please email lodging@wildlifeprairie.org or call us at (309) 294-0066 to arrange for a late check-in (Weekdays 5 pm – 9 pm and Weekends 6:30 pm to 9 pm) or to receive your membership discount.

Check-out is between 9 and 11 am
A full night’s stay will be charged if check-out is after 11 am

Failure to cancel your reservation at least 14 days prior to your first night’s stay will result in a charge for a full night’s stay.

Please Note

  • Must be 21 years or older to make a lodging reservation and 18 years or older to make a tent camping reservation.
  • Please plan to bring your own toiletries and hand sanitizer while staying in lodging.
  • Prices average $175 a night, but can increase or decrease depending on the season.
  • One-night lodging reservations available Monday through Thursday. Two-night minimum required on all Friday through Sunday bookings.

Tent Camping

Campsites are $20 plus the cost of Park Admission

For those that like to sleep under the stars, we have 18 primitive camping sites that are maintained and ready for campers.  These primitive camping sites allow for seclusion and privacy if you want, while still being close to amenities such as a shower, restroom, or just a place to get out of the weather if needed.

Guest Benefits

  • FREE admission to the Park during your stay
  • When purchasing an overnight stay, access to Park property includes the following, please bring your own equipment:
    • Fishing
    • Biking
    • Hiking
    • Kayaking
    • Native animal trails
    • Disc golf and more
  • Picnic Table and Fire Pit available for use at most overnight locations
  • Firewood available for purchase ($10) at the Ticket Gate
  • Recreation room is available to all overnight guests
  • Tornado shelter available under Prairie Stables

Rules

Breaking these rules will result in a $200 fine and cancellation of your stay.

  • No smoking
  • No fireworks
  • No uncontained fires
  • No large parties
  • No unregistered guests

Pet Policy

For the safety and well-being of our guests and animals, Wildlife Prairie Park does not allow dogs or other pets inside the East Side gates. Because we are a zoological park we must have your cooperation with respect to safety requirements.

If you are to be accompanied by an emotional support animal or licensed service dog, please email lodging@wildlifeprairie.org ahead of your visit and inform the entry gate attendant when you arrive. Take the animal directly from your car to your lodging and from your lodging to your car. You must utilize a leash. No animals are allowed to move about the park. We must restrict them from our animal trails and other locations where the animals on display are the natural prey or natural predators of dogs, where the presence of a dog may be disruptive, causing the display animal to behave aggressively or become agitated.

Know that our staff is committed to making your visit enjoyable. Wildlife Prairie Park is not responsible for harm or injury that your pet may receive while at the park.

Please DO NOT feed the Wildlife - Keep Wildlife WILD

Wildlife Prairie Park is not responsible for property damage. 

RV Camping

We welcome Harvest Hosts Members/Boondockers with self contained RVs to stay on the West Side of the Park. Reservations must be made through www.harvesthosts.com.

Lodging FAQs

If you are unable to find the answers you seek, please email your questions to lodging@wildlifeprairie.org. 

How do I book at stay at one of your lodging facilities?

Prairie Stables, Legacy Cabins, Grain Cottages, Cabin on the Hill, and Train Cabooses are available for booking. Reserve your tent camping site above or by asking upon arrival to our ticket gate.

Is park admission included in our stay?

Yes! As lodging guests at Wildlife Prairie Park, you are encouraged to enjoy all the activities the park offers. This includes: full access to the championship level disc golf course, trails, fishing lakes, and so much more! Though we do not allow early check-ins or late check-outs, your stay includes access during normal operating hours on the day of check-in and after you have checked-out.

When and where do we check-in?

Check-in is at the Ticket Gate on weekdays from 4 pm to 5 pm and weekends 4 pm to 6:30 pm. If you require a late check-in (Weekdays 5 pm – 9 pm pm and Weekends 6:30 pm to 9 pm), please email us at lodging@wildlifeprairie.org or call us at (309) 294-0066 to make arrangements. Please note that we do not allow check-ins after 9 pm. At this time we are unable to accommodate early check-ins.

What are your check-out policies?

Check-out is from 9 to 11 am at the Ticket Gate. If you are departing prior to 9 am, please alert our Ticket Gate staff at check-in and leave your key in the room. Due to the demands of cleaning during the COVID-19 pandemic, we are unable to allow late check-outs and you will be charged a full night’s stay if you do not check-out by 11 am.

Can we have guests or bring extra people over the capacity limit of our room?

For your safety, the maximum capacity in the lodging units cannot be exceeded. All guests beyond occupancy must pay admission. For example, if you are staying in a Legacy Cabin Duplex, the occupancy is 5 people. Large parties are not allowed.

What is the cancellation policy?

Failure to cancel your reservation at least 14 days prior to your first night’s stay will result in a charge for a full night’s stay.

I gave my credit card when I booked the reservation, why do I have to give payment upon check-in?

The credit card used at the time of the booking is to hold the reservation and will not be charged except in cases of last-minute cancellations or failure to pay upon check-in.

Can I host a party in lodging?

No, however small celebrations that do not exceed room capacity limits for the units you have booked are allowed.

Are there quiet hours?

Yes, from 11 pm to 7 am please be respectful of other park guests.

Where can I bring my trash/recyclables?

There is a dumpster and recycling bin located at the intersection of Rutherford Road (where the Legacy Cabins are located) and the main road back to Prairie Stables and the Cabooses.

What should I plan to bring? Are there linens or towels provided?

Plan to bring basic toiletries including hand/body soap, shampoo, and conditioner. Towels and linens are provided in all of our lodging accommodations.

Is there Wi-Fi?

There is Wi-Fi in the park, however we caution you that it is not always reliable due to our rustic nature. Inclement weather can deter the signal.