Mar 1-Mar 31
Discount Admission Days
The weather is grand and the crowds are small. It is a perfect time to take...More >

Mar 10-Mar 10
Homeschool Connection - Feathered Friends
A multi-age level, naturalist conducted program will be primarily geared to...More >

Mar 11-Mar 11
Watch us on the WMBD Morning Show
Be sure to catch the news and see an appearance by one of the Park's own! ...More >

Mar 13-Mar 13
Jr. Girl Scout Badge Day - Making It Matter
A fun and exciting way for Junior level Girl Scouts to complete their badge...More >

Mar 30-Mar 31
Knee High Naturalists - SSSSSSSnakes!!!
Gather up the 2 - 4 year old in your life and bring them to the Park for a ...More >

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  Welcome to Wildlife Prairie State Park
Wildlife Prairie State Park has often been referred to as a jewel in the Midwest. Located just outside of Peoria, IL, this 2,000-acre zoological park is home to over 150 animals/50 different species that are native to Illinois. Our guests come to learn about wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bear, elk, cougar, otter and much more.

You will enjoy the park's spectacular natural landscape, learn about conservation and be surprised at everything Wildlife Prairie State Park has to offer. An adventure awaits...








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