Lords Park, Elgin

Lords Park
325 Hiawatha, Elgin, IL 60120
http://cityofelgin.org/index.aspx?nid=478

Pictures won't do this park justice. This is by far our family's favorite park in the area, but it always amazes me that it is not widely known by people living here. In addition to two playgrounds, there is a large animal zoo that has bison, deer and elk, a walking path around a gorgeous lake with ducks and geese to feed, and enormous grassy areas for playing and picnics. There are also covered picnic areas, plus the Lord's Park aquatic center.

The park is located north of Rt. 19, south of Rt. 58 and east of Rt. 25. There are several entrances to the park and parking is plentiful. But if you are meeting someone, make sure you specify a spot (like the bison pen) to meet. You can park by the pond, by the aquatic center or by the playgrounds.

Beautiful pond has a path all the way around and some nice spots to feed the ducks.

Bison pen

Playground #1 - this one is better for younger kids, but there are no baby swings at this playground. The ground is sand, so keep this in mind when choosing footwear!

Another shot of playground #1, directly across from the bison pen.

Nice covered picnic area next to playground #1

Playground #2 - this one is better for preschool aged kids and up. There is a tunnel they have to climb to reach the slides and the young kids can't quite get up by themselves.

While the playground is better for older kids, there are baby swings at this playground.

Also located in Lord's Park is the Elgin Public Museum. We haven't been inside yet, but they do hold lots of interesting programs about Natural History, including a Bison feeding.

Not a great picture, but this is the Lord's Park Aquatic Center - pool, slides, sand play.