Clover Ridge Park, Lockport, IL

Clover Ridge Park occupies 47 acres in southwest Lockport and offers residents direct access to the I&M Canal Trail, which runs along the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. The park contains a 1.8-mile paved loop suitable for walking, running, and cycling, plus a separate 0.6-mile crushed-stone spur that connects to the larger regional trail system. Two playgrounds with modern equipment, two lighted baseball/softball fields, and four tennis courts serve organized leagues and casual use. A 3-acre fishing pond stocked by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources draws anglers year-round, while adjacent picnic shelters and a reservable gazebo accommodate group gatherings. The park is bordered by mature oak and hickory woodland that provides shade and seasonal color. Parking lots at 167th Street and at the canal trailhead reduce on-street congestion for nearby neighborhoods. Lockport Public Library and several grocery stores lie within a five-minute drive, and the park’s central location places residents close to both downtown Lockport’s restaurants and the Metra Rock Island District line for weekday commuting.

Playground