Here Are 3 Farm Parks In Illinois That Make Excellent Family Day Trip Destinations

Are you looking for a fun and wholesome day out with your family? You’d be hard-pressed to come up with something better than a farm park in Illinois. Each has plenty of land to explore, playgrounds, relaxing opportunities, and much more. Read on to find out about your next family adventure.

1. Fon du Lac Farm Park, East Peoria, IL

Fon du Lac Farm Park is essentially a six-acre museum and petting zoo located inside Neumann Park. You and your family get to experience what a day was like on a 1920s-style farm. It is open yearly from April until Labor Day. (It opens for a few special days in October too!) Be sure to check the farm park’s schedule for pricing and times.

This goat is relaxing on his perch waiting for some guests to visit him.

He knows it won't be long before a delighted child offers him a donut. Have you ever fed a goat a donut? Try to do it without giggling - it's not possible.

The Witches Walk at For du Lac Farm Park is a favorite October event.

This annual celebration runs for a few nights every year. It is fun for all but is geared for those 9 and younger. They promise, "Not so scary, just the right amount of fright for the little ones." Teens and parents have been spotted enjoying this as well.

Check out the farm's Facebook page for schedules and other helpful info.

2. Peck Farm Park, Geneva, IL

Peck Farm Park is a 385-acre park located in an urban setting. You’ll find indoor educational activities, a butterfly house, a large playground, nature and bike trails, a 19-acre wetland, and much more.

There are plenty of ways for the young ones to get the wiggles out.

Not shown in this photograph are the happy parents relaxing and chatting.

This fellow knows just how to approach a water feature at Peck Farm Park.

The Butterfly House at Peck Farm Park is well loved.

It’s fun to see a young person try to interact and learn from beautiful things in nature.

Visit Peck Farm Park's website to get all the details.

3. Perry Farm Park, Bradley, IL

This historic farmstead includes barns, a farmhouse, animals, gardens, and many paved trails on 170 acres.

Perry Farm Park organizes plenty of fun activities for the family.

What an ideal setting for live music and a picnic. There are some excellent trails that go right by the Kankakee River, most of which are perfect for walking, biking, and running.

Children immersed in nature will ask great questions, and Perry Farm Park provides some answers.

The park is a popular spot for class trips.

A carriage ride is an accessible way to see many of the park's destinations.

One such spot is the famous Indian Caves. You'll be glad you checked it out.

Visit the park's website for special events and more.

We are confident you and your family will love the time you spend at one of these farm parks in Illinois. Maybe you will visit all three. Let us know what you think!