Wildlife Prairie Park, Wildlife park in Peoria County, United States.
The 1,800-acre natural reserve displays over 180 animals representing 60 species native to Illinois, including wolves, bison, black bears, and elk.
The Forest Park Foundation established the park in 1977 through local philanthropists Bill and Hazel Rutherford, initially planning it as a breeding facility for endangered species.
The park functions as an educational center where visitors participate in daily animal presentations and guided tours to understand Illinois native wildlife.
The location offers 24 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, along with fishing spots, camping facilities, and a one-third scale train for transportation.
Visitors can sleep in converted Santa Fe train cabooses and modified grain bins positioned near bison and elk pastures.
Location: Illinois
Inception: 1977
GPS coordinates: 40.73390,-89.74720
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:01
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