Kate M.
9/29/2025
We had a great morning at West Ridge Nature Park! We came here on a Sunday morning to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the park. They had a lot of kid friendly activities like face painting,...
West Ridge Nature Park
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5801 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60659
West Ridge Nature Park, located in Chicago, IL, is a vital urban green space offering a variety of recreational and educational programs for the community, including arts and culture, sports, wellness, and family activities. With a focus on enhancing community engagement, the park features numerous facilities and hosts events such as T.I.P. Fest, showcasing the talents of local youth artists.
In addition to its robust programming, West Ridge Nature Park is part of a larger network of parks across Chicago, promoting outdoor experiences and environmental stewardship among residents. The park supports various partnerships, volunteer opportunities, and permit rentals for community events, contributing to a lively and inclusive atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
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Steve A.
9/3/2024
Had a good time exploring this natural area in Edgewater that's next to a cemetery. It certainly is pretty unique in how this got started. West Ridge Nature Park is located on the northwest side...
Sheyenne H.
1/15/2024
Decent low-effort, quick one- mile loop walk in the winter next to the cemetery. Park on Western. Has a fishing dock too.
Jim L.
11/19/2020
This was a cute little park with a lake, trails and docks. This park is stuffed in the middle of a neighborhood. There is some art and nature to help you relax and get some fresh air. Great place...
Howard L.
6/2/2019
Stumbled in here by accident the other day walking down Western Avenue. I never thought there would really be a decent sized park as if I were back home in the suburbs. It's got a big pond where...
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