Hours & Prices
Park Hours
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
General Admission
AGES | PRICING |
|---|---|
Adult (13+) | $15 |
Seniors (65+) | $13 |
Children (3-12) | $11 |
Infants (2 & under) | FREE |
WPP Members | FREE |
Mother's Day at the Park
Celebrate the mothers and mother figures in your life at Wildlife Prairie Park on Sunday, May 11, 2025. Reservations required to attend the delicious brunch. Mom's ride the train for free on May 11, 2025!
Park Admission Details
No admittance will be allowed within one hour of the listed closing time; this is to ensure our visitors will have at least one hour to enjoy the Park.
Discounts & Special Event Rates
Discounted rates are valid during normal daytime operating hours only and cannot be applied to groups arriving in buses or who otherwise qualify for another reduced rate. Discount coupons cannot be combined with already discounted rates. Discounted rates are unavailable if arriving near the end of the business day.
For special event pricing, please see that event when it becomes available, or feel free to inquire about our special rates at (309) 676-0998.
WestSide Access
Admission includes access to our Westside property where the disc golf, pump track, and bike trails are located. Please ask the ticket gate staff for a pass if you plan on also accessing the Westside. The Westside is currently open until sunset.
Daily Programs & Activities
Animal Trails
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Forest Hall Education Center
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Daily Animal Programs
Animal Program times may change during special event dates.
Monday – Sunday:
11 a.m. Keeper Chat on the Visitor Center Bricks
1 p.m. Keeper Chat at Forest Hall Education Center
Geocaching
Download the Geocaching app on your phone and hit the trails to look for treasure! Download for Apple | Download for Android
Bird Watching
Ask for an identification chart at the Ticket Gate and see if you can identify all the beautiful birds in our park!