Clara Howard Park, Elgin, IL

Clara Howard Park occupies 28 acres in Elgin’s northeast section and provides direct access to the Fox River Trail, a paved route that runs north to South Elgin and south toward St. Charles. The park includes two lighted softball fields, a soccer field, two tennis courts, a playground, and a 1.3-mile perimeter walking loop surfaced with crushed limestone. A 4-acre retention pond supports seasonal fishing and attracts waterfowl, while mature oak and maple stands line the northern edge. Restrooms, drinking fountains, and a 40-space parking lot are located near the main entrance at 875 N. Lyle Avenue. The park sits within a half-mile of the Tyler Creek Forest Preserve and three blocks from the Metra Milwaukee District-West line at National Street Station, allowing residents to reach downtown Chicago in roughly 55 minutes. These features give homeowners convenient access to both organized sports and daily outdoor exercise without leaving the city limits.

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