Parks
Your Parks
Lake Forest is home to 17 of the most beautiful parks in the county . Take an afternoon or evening walk or bike ride to a one of our nearby parks and enjoy the scenery !
HELP US MAINTAIN YOUR PARKS
Although crews inspect park sites on a regular basis , litter or vandalism may occur , or additional maintenance may be necessary between visits . The next time you visit one of the parks and notice anything that needs attention , please report to the Parks section at 847.810.3567 .
The Parks and Forestry Section is committed to offering the best maintained parks and urban forest in the area . We consider it a privilege to serve this community and will strive to make your parks the best they can be . If you have any questions or suggestions , please contact Chuck Myers , Superintendent of Parks and Forestry at 847.810.3565 .
FALL IN LAKE FOREST
Looking for family friendly things to do this fall ? Stroll the beautiful trails of Forest Park Beach and enjoy a picnic with a lake view . Check out the new animals at the Wildlife Discovery Center including coyotes and foxes . Enjoy a family bike ride in the parks OR , take one of the many great classes or programs we have to offer this fall .
To see all we have to offer , visit our website at LFParksandRec . com .
ADOPT-A-PARK
The Adopt-A-Park program provides opportunities for donors to lend assistance in a variety of ways to help maintain or improve public properties . The program is designed to allow residents , corporate business , neighborhood groups , schools , and other community organizations the opportunity to become partners in preserving and enhancing the parks in Lake Forest . It is a fun and rewarding way to give back to the community and help support your city parks .
Partners in Programming
LAKE FOREST PARKS & RECREATION & LAKE BLUFF PARK DISTRICT
Lake Bluff residents receive our resident rates for all programs , fees , and memberships in the following areas : Athletics , Fitness Center , Wildlife Discovery Center , Stirling Hall Arts Center , Kinderhaven Preschool Academy , Lake Forest Dance Academy , Lake Forest Sailing , and Deerpath Golf Course . Forest Park Beach operations and fees are not included in this agreement . Lake Bluff registration takes place during the same time as non-resident registration .
Paddle Tennis enthusiasts ! Lake Bluff Park District offers Paddle Tennis . Teams compete with clubs all over the North Shore . All types of lessons are available : private , semi-private , three-on-one , four-on-one , team drills , Intro to Paddle for beginners , clinics , and paddle camps . For kids ages 11 – 18 years they offer group lessons , special events , and camps .
Register at lakebluffparks . org !
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