Peoria Heights, Illinois: Tower with Large Woodpecker
Very high, modernist water tower with an exterior glass elevator and three observation decks -- and a large woodpecker hanging off of it.
Tower Park
- Address:
- 1222 E. Kingman Ave., Peoria Heights, IL
- Directions:
- Tower Park. On the south side of E. Kingman Ave. just west of N. Prospect Rd.
- Hours:
- April - Oct. F-Su 11-7 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 309-686-2385
- Admission:
- Tower $2.
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It's a 200-foot-high functioning water tower, with a glass elevator up to three observation decks overlooking the Illinois River.
[Doug Dirr, 12/27/2022]
The brightly painted woodpecker can be seen from the top of the tower as well as from the ground.
[Dick Larson, 04/16/2016]
Park with an unusual 200-ft. tall Observation Tower that takes you up to a lookout over the river and the beautiful estates along Grand View Drive. There is a large woodpecker hanging on the side of the tower.
For a minimal fee you can take the Willy Wonka type elevator up to the top. Could be too hot in the elevator on a sunny day.
[dozye, 08/04/2009]April 2016: Photo added.
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Built in 1968, the water tower is a unique design that was never attempted again (with or without a woodpecker).