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.

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.

FRANKFORT

Old Plank Road Trail

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

LOCKPORT

Dellwood Park

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

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.

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.

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

FLOSSMOOR

Flossmoor Park & Fieldhouse

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