Who Has The Best

Park System In Central Illinois?

No community in the area can compete with the beauty and breadth of Pekin's park system. Encompassing over 2,500 acres of land in 13 parks, the Pekin Park District is the fifth largest park district in Illinois! Take a look at how the size of Pekin's Park District compares with other communities.

Mineral Springs Park, the showpiece of Pekin's Park District, is located in the very heart of the city. Home to the beautifully restored pavilion that sits on the lagoon, Mineral Springs Park covers over 200 acres and features…

• Parkside Athletics
• Memorial Stadium & Arena
• DragonLand Water Park
• Putt the Magic Dragon Miniature Golf
• Miller Senior Citizens Center
• The World’s Greatest Sundial
• Sunken Gardens

Pekin's residents also enjoy nine neighborhood parks, plus John T. McNaughton Park, which features…

• Archery
• Group Camping
• Disc Golf
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding
• Picnic Areas

Click here for more information on the Pekin Park District.