West Park, Des Plaines, IL

West Park in Des Plaines spans 55 acres and features a 1.5-mile paved trail that loops around the park’s central lake, connecting to the Des Plaines River Trail system. The lake supports seasonal fishing, and anglers can access a fishing pier and shoreline areas. A 9-hole disc golf course winds through wooded sections and open turf, while four lighted tennis courts, two baseball diamonds, and a soccer field serve organized leagues and casual play. The park’s playground includes separate structures for younger and older children, plus an adjacent splash pad that operates in summer. Picnic shelters with grills and restrooms sit near parking lots, and a fitness court with pull-up bars and resistance equipment is located along the main trail. Mature trees provide shade along most paths, and the park’s western edge borders the Des Plaines River, offering views of the water and adjacent forest preserve land. The park is located two blocks from downtown Des Plaines and its Metra station, placing shopping, dining, and commuter rail within a short walk.

Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Bocce Courts Ice Skating Rink Playground Restrooms Tennis Courts

Location

City Des Plaines

State Illinois

Averages

Taxes $6,220

House $574,633

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