The Belvidere Park District operates and manages a variety of facilities for the community's recreational and leisure purposes. The Park District also rents or leases facilities to expand program offerings and facilities for the public.



Click either of the links below for maps and locations of our various facilities which are described in detail further down. Each of the map pages below open in a completely new window, covering this one. When you are finished, just close the map window by pressing the      in the upper right hand corner of your browser, and this page will re-appear.

MAP #1 - BELVIDERE & DOTY PARKS
MAP #2 - ALL FACILITIES
RECREATION FACILITIES DETAILS



ADMINISTRATION BUILDING - Located at 1006 W. Lincoln Avenue, this facility headquarters the full
time staff and takes registration for programs and shelter rentals.



RIVERS EDGE RECREATION CENTER- Located at 1151 W. Locust St., this facility includes 4 recreation rooms, a serving kitchen, rental rooms, full size gymnasium and a thirty-five foot high climbing wall.

WILLIAM GRADY POOL - Located in Belvidere Park, off of Lincoln Avenue, this is one of the best outdoor pools in the area. It boasts a 500,000 gallon "L" shaped pool with diving well and small slide. A small wading pool with spray features is just right for small children. A concession stand and Fun-N-Sun green space area with a playground for young children enhance the facility.


BELVIDERE PARK - A beautiful park with a wide range of amenities to keep the family busy. Within it's 105 acres are : 4 shelters, public restrooms, tennis courts, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, ball diamond, playground areas, accessible fishing pier and the historical swinging bridge. The Kishwaukee River and the Mill Race separate the park into three areas - north, center and south.



PRAIRIE FIELDS SPORTS PARK - Located east of Fairgrounds Road, west of McKinley Avenue and south of Business 20, this 90 acre sports park is being developed in phases. The first phase, completed in 2004, contains six soccer/football fields, a playground, shelter and parking. In 2008, baseball and softball diamonds, a second shelter and playground were added.
Additional phases will be completed as funds permit. If your organization would like a presentation please contact the Park District office.
CLICK HERE for a overview of the facility.

KISHWAUKEE RIVERFRONT PATH - The Park District works hand-in-hand with the Kishwaukee Riverfront Committee to continue improving upon the 5.6 miles of asphalt path. By working with community organizations to raise funds and receive grants, the possibilities are endless.

BALTIC MILL - Located in Belvidere Park off of Lincoln Avenue, the Baltic Mill has been renovated to provide historical artifacts, a meeting room, a public restroom and house the Boone County Arts Council office. Adjacent to the Baltic Mill is a stage area where "Concerts in the Park" are provided for the community. Local businesses and organizations may reserve the Baltic Mill for meetings. Baltic Mill Stage and seating areas are available for rentals May thru October. For information, please call 815-547-5711/

BOAT LAUNCH- Located at the corner of Burgess and River Drive, this is the only public launch in Boone County.

BLOOM PLAYGROUND - Belvidere's first universally designed playground. This site provides play features designed with elements that are functional and usable for all people, the the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation. A shelter and benches provide resting aras to enjoy the scenic views and sounds of laughter.

BOB'S PARK - Bob's Park consists of seven city lots surrounded by Meadow and Locust Streets and Warren
and Nebraska Avenues. Two playgounds provide fun for children ages 2-5 and 5-12.

DOTY PARK - Located off of West Locust Street on Leonard Court, Doty Park is home of "Legion Field" where
many athletic events took place. Development of these 12.5 acres includes a shelter, playground equipment,
open recreation space and continuation of the Kishwaukee Riverfront Path.

HARKLESS PARK - A small neighborhood park located on 9th Street and 10th Avenue. The six acres include
youth ball fields, playground equipment and a shelter.

FRIDH RECREATION AREA - Located at 9th Street and 14th Avenue. This 20 acre park includes soccer fields
and open recreation space.

TOT LOT - A small playground area located at East Avenue and 5th Street.

ABERDEEN PARK- Located on Orth Road, east of Olson Road, this neighborhood park is busy with many amenities in the 9.7 acres: basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard, playground, picnic shelter, restrooms, ball diamond, soccer field, horseshoes and path.

RED HORSE BEND CANOE LAUNCH - Lawrenceville Road, east of Genoa Road. Twenty acres includes public access canoe launch, parking lot and fishing area.

HICKORY BILL'S ISLAND CANOE LAUNCH - 100 South Appleton Road. The 4.1 acres includes public access canoe launch.

EMBANKMENT SKATEPARK - located in Doty Park near the Dairy Ripple. Please follow all posted rules.

MEEHAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - A unique Park / School site whereas the Park District contributed
financially with the expansion of the gymnasium and operates the gymnasium during non-school hours.

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