MILLER PARK ZOO ADMISSION PRICES
Please note that as of 5/1/12, Miller Park Zoo admission prices will be $3.95 for Youth, $5.95 for Adults and $3.95 for Seniors.
PENGUIN PROJECT OF MCLEAN COUNTY
Tickets are now on sale at Bloomington Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts for the Penguin Project performances of Beauty & the Beast Jr. on June 8 - 10. Penguin Project is a theatre program for individuals with disabilities and their peer mentors.
CATCHABLE TROUT FISHING MOVED TO WHITE OAK PARK
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is moving the Catchable Trout Program from Miller Park Lake to White Oak Park Lake for the spring catchable trout season.
NEW FISHING REGULATIONS
As of April 1, 2012 new fishing regulations are in effect for City of Bloomington public park lakes (Anglers Lake, Holiday Lake, Miller Park Lake, Tipton Lake and White Oaks Lake).
All Fish |
- 2 Pole and Line Fishing Only |
Channel Catfish |
- 3 Fish Daily Creel Limit |
Large or Smallmouth Bass |
- 15" Minimum Length Limit |
Large or Smallmouth Bass |
- 3 Fish Daily Creel Limit |
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has a cooperative management agreement with the City of Bloomington to manage the fisheries in these lakes. The IDNR routinely conducts fish surveys to evaluate the quality of each fishery. Regulations are put in place to allow anglers to harvest fish, but also limit the overharvest of bass and catfish.
Questions regarding fish surveys and the management of the Park District Lakes can be directed to Mike Garthaus, IDNR District Fisheries Biologist. He can be reached at 217-784-4730 ext 232 or by email at mike.garthaus@illinois.gov.
MILLER PARK ZOO MASTER PLAN
Please click DRAFT Zoo Master Plan to see the current DRAFT master plan for Miller Park Zoo. Staff is welcoming input on this plan. Submit your comments to parks@cityblm.org or by mail to P.O. Box 3157, Attn: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Deptartment, Bloomington 61702-3157.
MILLER PARK PLAYGROUND CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
Due to safety concerns identified by the manufacturer of the soft tile playground safety surface, the Miller Park Playground will be closed pending a thorough review and the following repairs to the surface.
Many other parks with playgrounds within Bloomington will also remain open. Please click on the Interactive Map link under the Quicklinks section on the right hand side of this page for locations of additional playgrounds.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
New To The Area?
The Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department invites you to come in and
find out what we have to offer. We have programs, classes, and facilities for all
ages. Want to learn more? Give us a call at (309) 434-2260. We will be happy
to explain any program that is of interest to you. We want to meet you and talk
with you and your family. You are important!
Sincere Appreciation
A great big "thank you" goes to the District #87, Unit #5 and Central Catholic Schools for the use
of school facilities. The extra time and energy from secretaries, custodians,
teachers, and principals is greatly appreciated.
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Bloomington Parks & Recreation Department (309) 434-2260
Hours: Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
