Carousel Park, Arlington Heights, IL

Carousel Park covers 25 acres along the Des Plaines River corridor in Arlington Heights, giving residents direct access to a 3.5-mile paved trail that links to the larger regional network. The park features a 2.5-acre fishing lake stocked by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, a playground with modern safety surfacing, two full-size baseball diamonds maintained by the Park District, and six lighted tennis courts. Picnic shelters equipped with grills and electrical outlets are available by reservation, and a large sled hill provides winter recreation. Mature oak and maple trees line the perimeter, while open turf areas accommodate informal sports and gatherings. The park sits within a half-mile of Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest Line station and is bordered by residential streets that connect to downtown Arlington Heights retail and dining within a ten-minute walk.

Basketball Courts Hiking Paths Playground Soccer Fields