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General Park Rules: 

  • Park hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Shelters at Washington Park, Centennial Park, and Baker Lake can be reserved in advance, in person at the City Clerk's Office. Must be a Peru resident. Must bring photo ID.  There is no fee to reserve shelters.
  • Shelters at the splash pad can be reserved in advance, in person at the City Clerk's Office. Must have photo id. There is a fee of $20.00 for non-resident reservations.
  • If you would like to hold an event at any park please contact the City Clerk's Office at (815) 223-0061 or [email protected]
  • Absolutely no alcoholic beverages may be sold in the parks. Alcohol for personal consumption is allowed only within the shelter area and must be in compliance with all state and city regulations. 
  • No alcohol or tobacco (including any vape product) are not allowed at Splash Field. Smoking is allowed at the benches outside the facility but not inside the fence. 
  • Dogs are allowed at Wiggly Field and Baker Lake (must be leashed)

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Splash Pad

**FREE ADMISSION**    **Open Memorial Day to Labor Day**    **10am-7pm Daily**    **Weather Permitting**

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Shelter reservations must be made in person at the Peru City Clerk's Office located at 1901 4th Street. Shelter reservations are free for Peru residents and $20.00 for non-residents.

Feel free to view/print the form below prior to making your reservation. The form must be presented to the splash pad attendant at the start of your reservation.

Splash Pad Reservation Form


Splash Field at Washington Park
1325 Park Road
Peru, IL 61354