Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Evanston

Jake S. • August 31, 2012A pleasant park on the shores of Lake Michigan. Bring a book, a hat, and a lawn chair. Then relax.

Patrick B. • October 18, 2013Awesome Kindle event by a campfire on Lake Michigan in Evanston roasting marshmallows and hot dogs for a photo shoot for our new web site.

David W. • March 12, 2018Great view and beautiful homes nearby.

Ninah R. • April 25, 2017Nice quiet tail. Will get really busy once it gets nice out

Geoff J. • June 27, 2013Good spot for a water break while running along the lake.

Christina T. • September 18, 2013Beautiful, serene, peaceful.

Kevin R. • May 27, 2010Check this place out in the Spring, Summer and Fall (which add up to about 3 months total around here...). It's arguably the most beautiful place on Northwestern U's campus.

Bernard G. • February 19, 2014It's great walking our Dogs, Dolce & Obie , in Garden Park. I invite you to sit on BERNIE's BENCH and enjoy the view.

Steven R. • July 3, 2013Calm, peaceful beautiful

Luna P. • January 5, 2012Lovely beach even in winter

Andrew W. • January 4, 2015Nice little quiet park

Cece W. • August 15, 2010Don't miss out on the stunning beach and view of the lake!

Daryl W. • December 4, 2017Great play spaces with tons of toys

Brian B. • June 25, 2011Get there early on weekends -- it's less crowded. Also, there's a hose by the entrance which is usually on from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Christian R. • September 20, 2010The loop around the park is 0.8 miles.

Daniel E. • November 19, 2012Great spot to watch the Evanston Fourth of July fireworks.

Brent P. • August 5, 2011Tennis courts are always open and just a few steps away is a plaza with some of the best pizza you've ever had, Piero's.

Emily R. • January 23, 2013The fountain is dyed purple at the beginning of each Northwestern school year! Check it out late August/ early September!

Jeremy G. • July 8, 2010A beautifully maintained rose garden just off the downtown of Evanston. My only detractor return the fountain to Fountain Square!

Running for the Kids S. • October 17, 2011Decent soccer field and tennis courts. Lots of picnic tables and a large play area

Karen • January 5, 2013There are picnic tables and a drinking fountain.

Sean C. • August 30, 2012Not the best park for kids because of all the residents from Albany Care come here to smoke.

Ron S. • April 20, 2012Great view of Burger King.