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Hike our trail system that extends over seven miles. 540 acres of oak-hickory woodlands, prairies and rich bottomland forests. Hikes range from rigorous ridgetops to level valley trails. Over 3/4 miles of the trail system is wheelchair acessible. Come visit the nature store with the finest selection of nature and science related books in central Illinois, plus countless puzzles, t-shirts, sweatshirts, birdfeeders and other unique gift ideas. Open Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm; Sunday 1pm-5pm.

Location: 5809 Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights Illinois 61614 Telephone 309-686-3360

Other Sports and Sporting Events nearby:
(Peoria Heights) Forest Park Nature Center
(Galesburg) Lake Storey Recreational Area
(Peoria) Owens Recreation Center
(Peoria) Spokes Fun
(Bernadotte) Spoon River Woodlands Hunts

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