Chicago Park District

The Chicago Park District owns more than 8,700 acres of green space, making it the largest municipal park manager in the nation.

The Chicago Park District’s 597 parks offer thousands of sports and physical activities as well as cultural and environmental programs for youth, adults, and seniors.

The Chicago Park District is also responsible for 26 indoor pools, 51 outdoor pools, and 26 miles of lakefront including 23 swimming beaches plus one inland beach.

From canoeing to batting cages to arts and crafts, there is never a shortage of activities to participate in Chicago’s parks.