Heather Highlands Park, Hawthorn Woods, IL

Heather Highlands Park in Hawthorn Woods covers 40 acres with a 1.2-mile paved loop trail that connects to the Lake County Forest Preserve trail system. The park features a 10-acre fishing pond stocked with bass, bluegill, and catfish, along with a 3-acre native prairie restoration area. Two playgrounds with rubberized surfacing serve different age groups, while the main pavilion includes restrooms, picnic tables, and electrical outlets. Sports facilities consist of four lighted tennis courts, two basketball courts, and a multi-purpose athletic field. The park sits within one mile of Route 22 and the Hawthorn Woods Country Club, and is adjacent to the 83-acre Hawthorn Woods Park District community center. Mature oak and hickory trees line the northern boundary, providing shade along the walking paths that remain open year-round.

Baseball Diamonds Field Picnic Area Playground Softball Fields