Grosse Pointe Park, Vernon Hills, IL

Grosse Pointe Park occupies a compact 40-acre site in Vernon Hills that centers on a 12-acre lake stocked for fishing. A 1.8-mile paved trail loops the shoreline, connects to the adjacent Des Plaines River Trail, and passes picnic shelters, a playground, and a dog-exercise area. Two lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, and an open field for informal sports sit on the east side, while a small parking lot and restrooms provide direct access from Park Avenue. The surrounding residential streets are lined with mature trees, and the park’s elevation offers open views across the water toward the wooded banks of the Des Plaines River corridor. The park lies less than a mile from the Hawthorn Center retail district and the Vernon Hills Metra station, allowing residents to walk or bike for errands or commuting.

Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Hiking Paths Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Softball Fields Tennis Courts