Jubilee College State Park

Jubilee College State Park is a scenic 3,200‑acre outdoor destination near Peoria with woodlands, prairies, ravines, open space and Jubilee Creek winding through the landscape. The park blends natural beauty with history and offers abundant year‑round recreation for visitors of all interests.Explore more than 40 miles of multi‑use trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding through diverse terrain, or bring binoculars for wildlife watching and birding, with over 160 bird species and a variety of mammals calling the park home.The park includes camping and picnic areas for day or overnight stays, equestrian facilities, and seasonal activities such as cross‑country skiing and snowmobiling in winter. Jubilee Creek and stocked ponds offer fishing opportunities, while hunting is available on designated acres in permitted seasons.Within the park you’ll also find the Jubilee College State Historic Site, a restored 1840s college building listed on the National Register of Historic Places that celebrates early Illinois education and frontier heritage.Jubilee College State Park is a great escape for hikers, campers, history lovers, photographers and families seeking fresh air and outdoor adventure close to central Illinois.