Kids want to cool off, but not sure where to go in Peoria? Here is a list of pools, splash pads, and creeks in the Peoria area to take kids on these hot summer days.
We advise always checking with the venue when possible before heading out as hours and availability can change due to any number of factors, ranging from weather to staffing issues.
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PEORIA AREA PUBLIC POOLS |
Address: 940 N Main St. Canton, IL
Phone: (309) 647-7665
Open: 7 days a week from 12 pm-7 pm, weather permitting
Admission price: 2 and under FREE | 3-17 and Seniors: $5.00/person | Adults: $6.00/person, non-swimming guardians: $2.00
What to expect: Beat the summer heat at Big Creek Park Pool! Enjoy two exhilarating water slides, fun water play features, a zero-depth entry pool, and a diving board. The park also offers a full concession stand, a playground area, and plenty of chairs and umbrellas for relaxation.
DragonLand
Address: Mineral Springs Park - 193 Red Bud Memorial Dr. Pekin, IL
Phone: (309) 347-4000
Open: May 25th - August 11th | 12pm - 5pm, weather permitting.
Admission price: Age 4 – Adult: $8 | 3 and under: Always FREE | 2024 Family Night Rates: Tuesdays: 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Family of 4: $20.00 Add-ons: $5 each
What to expect: DragonLand has something for everyone! It is fully handicapped accessible, and has a zero-depth, play/entry area, and two water slides. There is a sand beach to enjoy, full concession stand, and much more!
Address: 809 West John H Gwynn Junior Avenue, Peoria, IL
Phone: 309-229-9554
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11am - 5pm. | 11am-3pm is for children 12 and under or children that are being supervised by adults at all times. | 3-5pm are from children ages 13 and over who are unsupervised.
Admission price:
0-17 years of age – $4.00/person | Adults: $5.00/person
What to expect: This is the place for outdoor summer fun! The facility offers a zero-depth pool, a water slide, a diving well, and a wet sand play area.
Address: Front St Henry, IL
Phone: (309) 364-3339
Open: 12 PM - 7 Pm
Admission price: Adult (16+) $3 | Children $2.50 | 2yrs and under FREE
What to expect: Pool and diving board
Address: 920 S 10th St, Lacon, IL
Phone: (309) 246-2314
Open: Open: 7 days a week, weather permitting 11 AM - 6 PM
Admission price: $4 daily pass | single and family passes available
What to expect: Tot area, lap pool, and diving board
Address: 1605 W Garfield Ave Bartonville, IL
Phone: 309-633-2053
Open: Open Swim 12-6 pm | Open 7 Days a Week Weather Permitting
Admission price: General Admission: $5 | Children 3 & under: Free | Adult Times, Laps & Aerobics: $5 | Seniors: $3 |10-Day Punch Pass: $40 |30-Day Punch Pass: $100
What to expect: Come cool off at Limestone Township pool. They have a diving board, slide, themed nights, and more!
Address: 116 N Douglas St, Metamora, IL
Phone: (309) 367-4993
Open: Open 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM 7 days a week
Admission price: 3 and up $7 | 0-2 FREE | View all prices HERE
What to expect: Tot pool, lap pool, diving board, playground, and more
Address: Idlewood Park, 450 E. Idlewood, Morton, IL
Phone: 309-369-2463
Open: 7 days a week 1 PM - 6 PM
Admission price: $12 ages 2 - 64 | under 2 and over 65 FREE
What to expect: Tot times, zero-depth pool, lap pool, water slides, and diving boards
Proctor Recreation Center Pool
Address: 309 South DuSable Street, Peoria, IL
Phone: (309) 673-9183
Open: June 3- August 2nd, Mon - Fri from 12 PM - 4 PM
Admission price: TBA
What to expect: Main pool, wadding pool, and splash pad
Address: Victory St, Roanoke, IL
Phone: (309) 923-7533
Open: Mon, Wed, Fri 1 PM - 5 PM and 6:30 PM - 9 PM | Tue and Thurs 1 PM - 5 PM | Sat and Sun 1 PM - 6 PM
Admission price: $6 per person | 2 and under FREE
What to expect: Set times for lap swims (16+) and tot times
Shore Acres Pool
Address: 100 Park Blvd Chillicothe, IL
Phone: (309) 274-3409
Open: 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Seven Days a Week *Weather Permitting
Admission price: Age 4 and Up: $8 | Seniors Age 60+: $7 | Age 3 Under: Free *with paid adult admission
What to expect: Shore Acres pool is an outdoor pool that boasts fun for the whole family. The facility includes two water slides, a diving well, a zero-depth entry pool with play equipment, and a full-service concession stand.
Address: 123 W. 3rd Street, Toluca, IL
Phone: 815-452-2114
Open: Memorial Day to Labor Day 7 days a week 12 PM - 6 PM
Admission price: TBA
What to expect: Swimming Pool with diving board. Wading pool. Concession area and park with playground
Address: 101 N. James St, Cullinan St, Tremont, IL
Phone: (309) 925-5730
Open: Mon - Thurs 1 PM - 6 PM | Fri and Sat 11:30 AM - 5 PM | Sunday 2 PM - 6 PM
Admission price: Daily admission rate Resident Ages 3-64 $8.00 | Non-resident $10.00 | Senior rate: $5.00 age 65 and older
What to expect: Zero depth pool with tot time, lap pool, diving board, slide, and more!
Address: 1003 Westgate Rd, Washington, IL
Phone: 309-444-9432
Open: Monday: 12:30 – 8:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:30 - 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:30 - 6:00PM Thurs. - Sun : 12:30 – 6:00 PM
Admission price: Adults (16 – 64): $7 | Youth (3 – 15): $5 | Ages 2 & Under: Free Admission | 65+: $4
What to expect: Diving board, zero-depth pool, wading pool and slides
PEORIA AREA SPLASH PADS |
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Santa Fe Park Splash Pad
Address: 1400 N Benedict St. Chillicothe, IL
Phone: (309) 274-3409
Open: May-June 9 AM - 7 PM, July 8 AM - 8 PM, August 9 AM - 7 PM, September 10 AM - 6 PM (as weather permits)
Splash Pad at Harry LaHood Park
Address: Kingsbury Rd, Washington, IL
Phone: 309-444-9413
Open: 7 days a week 6 PM - 9:30 PM
Splash Pad at Logan Park
Address: 1414 South Livingston Street, Peoria, IL
Phone: 309-682-1200
Open: 11am-7pm Memorial Day - Labor Day
Address: 306 N Main St, Deer Creek, IL
Phone: 309-447-6749
Open: 10 AM - 9 PM
Splash Pad at Proctor Recreational Center
Address: 309 DuSable St, Peoria, IL
Phone: (309) 673-9183
Open: 11am-7pm Memorial Day - Labor Day
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PEORIA AREA CREEKS |
We are lucky to have so many beautiful creeks where you can take the kids to play, splash, and cool off!
Here are a few of our favorite creeks to visit in the Peoria Area.
Coal Hollow Park | Chillicothe, IL
Farmdale Reservoir | Washington, IL
Kickapoo Creek | Peoria, IL
McNaughton Park | Pekin, IL
Spring Creek Preserve | Washington, IL
Ulrich Wildlife Preserve | Morton, IL
Don't see your family's favorite pool, splash pad, or creek here? Send me an email at juliabriggs@macaronikid.com to get it added!
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