Hawthorn Mellody Park, Vernon Hills, IL

Hawthorn Mellody Park covers 60 acres in Vernon Hills and offers residents direct access to the Des Plaines River Trail for walking, running, and cycling. The park features an 18-hole disc golf course, two fishing ponds stocked by the Lake County Forest Preserves, and open fields used for informal sports. A playground, picnic shelters, and restrooms are located near the parking area off Route 21, making the site convenient for families. Dense stands of oak and hickory provide shade along the water’s edge, while adjacent commercial centers on Milwaukee Avenue supply grocery stores, restaurants, and daily services within a five-minute drive. The combination of maintained trails, water access, and nearby retail supports both daily recreation and practical errands without requiring travel outside Vernon Hills.

Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Fishing Hiking Paths Playground Restrooms Soccer Fields Softball Fields Volleyball Courts