An Adventure Awaits
Wildlife Prairie Park
Our Park has been referred to as a jewel in the North American Midwest. We have also been listed as a top 10 destination to visit in Illinois. Located just outside of Peoria, IL, this 1,800-acre zoological park is home to 60 different species and over 180 animals that are or were all native to the area. Our guests come to learn about and see wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bears, elk, otters, badgers, snakes, bobcats and more!
You will enjoy Our Park’s spectacular natural landscapes, natural wildlife viewing, and more throughout all seasons of the year. Our available event spaces and lodging provide the backdrop for once-in-a-lifetime wedding celebrations, holiday parties, corporate events, school events and quarterly retreats. There is something for all ages and stages at Wildlife Prairie Park… your adventure awaits!
Become a Member
Explore annual membership options, including our brand new VIA (Very Important Angler) Membership, and enjoy Park activities and discounted programs all year long.
Come See Our New Wolves
Today is the perfect day to visit our new wolf pups – Aurora & Tala and our wolf pack – August, Sumac, Cypress, and Luna!
Peoria's Best Wedding Venue
We’re extremely proud to be recognized as Peoria’s Best Wedding Venue in the 2023 Community Choice Awards!
Upcoming Events
march
Event Details
Friday, March 29 – Sunday, March 31, 2024 Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt-FREE with Park admission-Once you find the large wood eggs
Event Details
Friday, March 29 – Sunday, March 31, 2024
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
-FREE with Park admission
-Once you find the large wood eggs that are numbered, return the form to the Visitor Center for an exclusive WPP carabiner (until supplies last) and enter the Grand Prize drawing for a Private Meet and Greet with an Animal!
-For our traditional egg hunt on Easter Sunday, see below.
Daily Programs
–9am-4pm Forest Hall Education Center Open
10am Meet the bunnies in Forest Hall
–11am Special appearance by a WPP animal ambassador on the Main Bricks
–1pm Keeper Chat with the Wolf Pack
Saturday, March 30, 2024
–Registration Required.
–10am Guided Hike with Recreation Staff – FREE with paid admission. WPP Members receive free admission.
–11:15am Winter Wellness Yoga – FREE with paid admission. WPP Members receive free admission.
–12pm Critters & Cookies – FREE for WPP Members. $5 for non-members. Park admission still applies for non-members.
–2pm Critters & Coffee – FREE for WPP Members. $5 for non-members. Park admission still applies for non-members.
Sunday, March 31, 2024
–Egg Hunt – Registration required. FREE with paid admission. WPP Members receive free admission.
–Easter Brunch – Registration required. FREE with paid admission. WPP Members receive free admission.
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march 29 (Friday) – 31 (Sunday)(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
The guided hike will be presented by a member of the Recreation Staff. The hike will include park history but will mostly focus on hiking for fitness and
Event Details
The guided hike will be presented by a member of the Recreation Staff. The hike will include park history but will mostly focus on hiking for fitness and reaching step goals. Dress appropriately for the weather. Hikes will only be canceled if it is actively storming, or conditions are unsafe to get to the park. The route will be determined the day of the hike.
Guided Hike will be free for members, and free for non- members with paid admittance.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Road
30mar11:15 am12:15 pmWinter Wellness – YogaYoga with Soulside Healing Arts
Event Details
Be guided in mindful movement with attention to breath. This class moves through postures at a refreshing pace to increase strength, mobility, and balance. Meditation and breath work
Event Details
Be guided in mindful movement with attention to breath. This class moves through postures at a refreshing pace to increase strength, mobility, and balance. Meditation and breath work are interspersed throughout. All levels welcome; this class is adaptable to the abilities of its participants.
This class will be held at Wildlife Prairie Park, Hespell Deck except for March 16th class which will be in the Log Room in front of the fire place with windows looking into the Wolf Habitat.
Class is FREE with paid Park Admission. WPP Members receive Park Admission for FREE.
Please bring a mat.
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Time
(Saturday) 11:15 am – 12:15 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Road
april
06apr9:00 am12:00 pmVolunteer WorkdayTrain Depot
Event Details
Grab your work gloves and help spruce up the Park you love! At least once a month during our busy season, we need volunteers to help us clean
Event Details
Grab your work gloves and help spruce up the Park you love! At least once a month during our busy season, we need volunteers to help us clean up an area of our 1,800 acre Park. In April we are focusing on the Train Depot and the surrounding area.
No experience necessary! Volunteer Workdays do not require regular commitments. Just sign up for as many Volunteer Workdays as you want. We welcome individuals 18 years and older and minors with a parent or guardian to sign up for Volunteer Workdays.
-Volunteers should plan to arrive 15 minutes before the Volunteer Workday begins.
-Enter the Park through the Ticket Gate and meet at the Train Depot.
-Dress for the weather. Closed-toe shoes are required & long pants are recommended all year-round.
-Sun protectant (hats, sun glasses, etc.), sunscreen, and insect repellant are also recommended.
-Bring water to stay hydrated.
-Bring your own work gloves.
-If possible, bring rakes and shovels.
If you have any questions or have a group interested in volunteering, please email volunteer@wildlifeprairie.org.
Interested in volunteering more at the Park? Available 2024 Volunteer Opportunities
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Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Road
06apr9:15 amSpring BashDisc Golf Tournament
Event Details
11th annual Bash at Wildlife! This will be a PDGA sanctioned C tier event. Both rounds will be played at Wildlife Prairie Park, one of
Event Details
11th annual Bash at Wildlife!
This will be a PDGA sanctioned C tier event. Both rounds will be played at Wildlife Prairie Park, one of the true gems in Illinois! Wildlife is annually featured in the Ledgestone Open disc golf event and this is one of the only times outside of that event that players can compete in a sanctioned event at Wildlife.
$55 for pros, $45 for amateur divisions
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Time
(Saturday) 9:15 am(GMT-05:00)
Location
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N Taylor Road
06apr12:00 pm1:00 pmCritters & CookiesBackyard Habitats
Event Details
Join us for a one-hour, elementary-oriented learning experience on Backyard Habitats that will include a presentation, an encounter with one of WPP’s animal ambassadors and a craft or
Event Details
Join us for a one-hour, elementary-oriented learning experience on Backyard Habitats that will include a presentation, an encounter with one of WPP’s animal ambassadors and a craft or activity.
Animal Ambassador: owl, turtle, snake, amphibian, and mammal
Craft/Activity: TBD
-Free for WPP Member Child; $5 for Non-Member Child
-Adult Chaperone required & free for the class
-Regular park admission fee still applies for Non-Members. WPP Members receive FREE park admission.
-Reservations Required. Purchase Tickets Online.
-Located in Forest Hall Education Center Basement Classroom
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Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
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