Palmer Valley Park, New Lenox, IL

Palmer Valley Park in New Lenox, Illinois, occupies 66 acres of open space with two miles of paved trails that connect to the regional Old Plank Road Trail. The park includes two playgrounds with equipment for different age groups, six lighted tennis courts, and four pickleball courts. A 40-acre lake provides fishing access and supports seasonal waterfowl viewing. Picnic shelters equipped with grills and restrooms are available for reservation. The park sits adjacent to the New Lenox Public Library and within one mile of downtown New Lenox shops and restaurants. Its location along Route 30 provides direct access to I-80 three miles east, placing Chicago’s South Loop approximately 45 minutes away by car. These features create consistent daily use patterns among local residents for exercise, youth sports, and family gatherings throughout the year.

Basketball Courts Fishing Hiking Paths Parking Playground Pond Shelter Softball Fields