Paul M. Neal Park, Libertyville, IL

Paul M. Neal Park spans 24 acres at the northwest corner of Butterfield Road and Buckley Road. Its main features include a 1.3-mile crushed-limestone loop that connects to the Des Plaines River Trail, giving residents direct access for walking, running, and cycling without driving to trailheads. Two lighted tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, and four baseball/softball diamonds with scoreboards and dugouts serve both casual and league play. A 5,000-square-foot playground with separate areas for ages two-to-five and five-to-twelve sits beside restrooms and drinking fountains. Mature oak and hickory trees line the park’s northern edge, providing shade for the six picnic shelters that each accommodate up to 30 people and are available by reservation. The park is less than one mile from downtown Libertyville via the trail or a five-minute drive, placing restaurants, the Metra station, and the Cook Memorial Public Library within easy reach for daily errands or evening outings.

Playground Soccer Fields Tennis Courts