Red Top Park, Libertyville, IL

Red Top Park sits at the edge of Libertyville’s residential neighborhoods, giving homeowners direct access to 68 acres of open space. A 1.8-mile paved loop encircles the park and connects to the Des Plaines River Trail, allowing residents to bicycle or jog without leaving town. The park includes two lighted ball fields, four tennis courts, a playground with rubber surfacing, and a picnic shelter with grills. The adjacent Butler Lake adds a fishing pier and a small beach for swimming on summer afternoons. Mature trees line the western edge, offering shade and buffering noise from nearby streets. A short walk from the park’s south entrance leads to the Metra Union Pacific North line station, while grocery stores and restaurants line Milwaukee Avenue two blocks east. The combination of maintained athletic facilities, continuous trail access, and proximity to daily conveniences supports an active outdoor routine for Libertyville residents without requiring a car for short trips.

Fishing Hiking Paths Playground