Lorel Park, Skokie, IL

Lorel Park occupies 15 acres in central Skokie and serves as a key recreation hub for nearby neighborhoods. Its layout includes two lighted softball diamonds, six tennis courts, and a playground with updated climbing structures and swings. A 0.6-mile asphalt loop circles the park perimeter and connects directly to the Village’s larger network of off-street bike paths, allowing riders to reach downtown Skokie or the North Shore Channel Trail without crossing major roads. Mature oak and maple trees provide shade along the path, while open turf fields accommodate informal soccer and picnicking. Restrooms, drinking fountains, and ample parking are clustered near the main entrance on Lorel Avenue. The park sits within a five-minute drive of the Skokie Swift Yellow Line station and the Westfield Old Orchard shopping center, placing both transit and retail within easy reach. Evening lighting on the athletic fields extends usable hours into the cooler months, and the park’s flat terrain makes it suitable for strollers and mobility devices.

Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Playground Restrooms Tennis Courts