Flossmoor Park & Fieldhouse

2523 Flossmoor Rd.
Flossmoor Fieldhouse, School Playground, Ballfield, Seasonal Ice Skating, Tennis Courts, Meeting Rooms & Playfield

FRANKFORT

Old Plank Road Trail

Park and Lincoln Hwy., Frankfort
A 21-mile recreation and nature trail.

HOMEWOOD

Apollo Park

Morgan Street & Bowling Green Road
ADA Accessible, Bike Path, Sand Volleyball Courts, Playground, Ball Fields, Football Field, Picnic Area with BBQ, Tennis Courts, Playfiels & Soccer Fields

Indian Trails Park

Riegel Road & Willow Road
ADA Accessible, Walking/Bike Path (1/2 mile) & Tennis Courts

LASALLE

Illinois and Michigan Canal Towpath

Canal Corridor Association
754 First Street, LaSalle. Offering a 96-mile trail of views for nature lovers, information for history buffs, and action for sportsmen. www.canalcor.org

LOCKPORT

Dellwood Park

Route 171 & Woods Dr., Lockport
Playgrounds, hiking trails, tennis courts, pavilions, sledding hill, and more.

MARSEILLES

Illini State Park

2660 E. 2450 Road, Marseilles. Take in the parks beautiful scenery, roaring rapids of the Illinois River, wide open spaces, and maybe a glimpse of the barges going the Marseilles Locks. Campers, boaters, fisherman, hikers, sledders, and ice skaters also use the park’s 510 diverse acres to relax and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings. 815.795.2448

MONEE

Monee Reservoir

27341 Ridgeland Ave., Monee
Shoreline fishing on a 47-acre lake. Boat rentals and concessions available. Features 2.5-mile hiking trail that loops through a wetland.

OAK LAWN

Wolfe Wildlife Rescue & Bike Path

109th & Laramie, Oak Lawn
This natural wetlands area is home to several animals and birds, including some endangered and threatened species. Stroll along the paved walking/biking path or watch the wildlife from the wooden deck.

OLYMPIA FIELDS

Iron Oaks

20000 S. Western Ave., Olympia Fields
This 38-acre nature preserve is home to a diversity of wildlife and habitat types. See beautiful woods, flora and fauna on the trails along both sides of the park. Parking is available on the south side of Vollmer Rd. Adventure and environmental programs are offered for individuals and groups.

ORLAND PARK

Centennial Park

16798 Parliament Ave., Orland Park
Massive park with aquatic center, two sand volleyball courts, two piers for fishing, pavilions & grills, nine baseball fields and playground.

OTTAWA

Buffalo Rock State Park

1300 North 27th Rd., Ottawa. Buffalo State Park is known for it’s panoramic views of the river and the striking “earth art” known as the Effigy Tumuli. Visitors can enjoy scenic walking trails, baseball fields, playgrounds and picnic shelters complete with grills, tables and a stone fireplace. 815.433.2220

PALOS HEIGHTS

Lake Katherine Nature Preserve and Botanic Gardens

7402 Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights
This nature center and botanic garden offers many opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. Lake Katherine provides a nesting area for migratory waterfowl, as well as a refuge for many different species of wildlife. Hike 3.5 miles of trails.

PLAINFIELD

Settlers' Park

24000 W. Lockport Street
Settlers' Park is a 20+ acre park located in historic downtown Plainfield. The park's amenities include an amphitheater, history walk, open space, picnic shelter, playground and walking trails. The park in located directly south of Plainfield Village Hall at 24000 W. Lockport Street.
http://www.plainfield-il.org/visiting/downtown.php

UTICA

Starved Rock State Park

Route 178-Utica. Voted one of the Seven Wonders of Illinois, Starved Rock State Park’s 2,630 acres of pristine waterfalls, tree-covered bluffs, lush forests, rolling plains and remarkable sandstone canyons draw more than 2 million visitors every year. Hikers, campers, fishermen, horseback riders, cross country skiers and bird watchers visit year-round to experience the park’s extraordinary seasonal displays and diverse wildlife.
www.starvedrockstatepark.org

Matthiessen State Park

Route 178 –Utica. Originally known as “Deer Park” due to its large population of white-tail deer, the parks 1,938 acres of striking sandstone canyons, mineral springs, waterfalls, unique vegetation, and an abundance of wildlife attracting animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Five miles of scenic trails enable hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, runners and cross-country skiers to experience a peaceful jaunt through the park. 815.667.4868. http://dnr.state.il.us/Lands/landmgt/parks