Newton Park, Glen Ellyn, IL

Newton Park in Glen Ellyn occupies roughly 65 acres between Main Street and Lorraine Road, giving residents immediate access to both open fields and wooded edges. A 1.1-mile paved loop trail circles the park and connects directly to the Illinois Prairie Path, allowing cyclists and runners to travel east toward Wheaton or west toward the Fox River without crossing major roads. The park’s two lighted baseball diamonds and four tennis courts remain available for evening use, while the 18-hole disc golf course winds through mature oak and hickory stands that provide shade in summer. A 10-acre retention pond supports seasonal fishing and draws migrating waterfowl, and an adjacent playground includes adaptive equipment for children with limited mobility. The park sits four blocks from Glen Ellyn’s downtown business district, placing the Metra Union Pacific West line station and the public library within a ten-minute walk. Street parking is limited to two-hour zones on surrounding residential streets, directing most visitors to the 120-space lot at the Main Street entrance.

Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Hiking Paths Ice Skating Rink Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Skate Park Soccer Fields Softball Fields Tennis Courts