Came here for Riot Fest & it's a huge nice park. Only one entrance & exit point. With an outdoor venue with so many people, I would think it would be smart to have 2. read more

City parks like this are supposed to make the area beautiful. Douglass Park at least improves upon it. If looking for some green space amidst the urban chaos, find some in this big park. Good things about this park include the many athletic facilities. This gives the neighborhood youth something to do that's fun and safe. As is the case with many city parks, the worst thing about it is the crime in the area. It's located just north of North Lawndale, one of Chicago's most dangerous neighborhoods. The park is usually safe during the day though. It's a pretty bad idea to come here at night. There's lots of things to keep youth entertained and off the streets. Amongst these are the many athletic facilities including the field house, along with basketball courts and soccer fields. There's also a pool. Be safe when visiting here. It's usually okay if it's not at night. This is a park that's mostly safe but it's always good to be weary. read more

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Not a bad park; It's decent, and huge! I wouldn't mind visiting it more in the future to possibly log in some miles on foot, and on my bike. It will give me the opportunity to explore North Lawndale area a tad bit more. My visits here were for a local 5k called "Run! To End Homelessness". Other than "Run! To End Homelessness" this park is also the location for "Riot Fest",which was mentioned often at our local 5k at Douglas Park. Enjoy! read more

Place is nice to visit either outside or inside. You can rent space for your next event and looks great. The overall look of the place is awesome. And the park has plenty of events to come and join. The events range from early childhood to culture and arts, gymnastics, sports, wellness and more. read more

This is where they have riotfest now. Dear Douglas Park, Thank you for having it. I like the rock and the roll, so I'll be back, as long as u keep having it. Please, stay as safe for me and my friends as you've been in previous years. Thanks again, Tony read more

We attended our first Riot Fest at this park and it was awesome! It was so spacious and everything was well organized. Very impresssed with how organized and well managed this music festival was!!! It just sucks we were from out of state and we'rent prepared for the muddy puddles and the weather :( but, all and all - very impressed. read more

This park is a hidden gem in the city. This area is struggling now yet many residents are working to make sure the city keeps the park and area on the road to redevelopment. This area has it all. Great mass transit connections, wonderful housing stock, and this amazing park! This area used to be the center of a vibrant Italian and Jewish community life. There were working class and radical meetings held by labor activists at the Douglas Park Auditorium (an amazing building just outside the park) which was a center for Jewish American activism for nearly 50 years. Now the area is a vibrant and diverse community with old residents, and many African-Americans who moved north in the second great migration. Martin Luther King Jr., rented an apartment close to the park in the 1960s! The area has two long established hospitals and the side streets around the park have amazing two flats and regal homes - some maintained by families, some owned by "urban pioneers" and some in disrepair. The area around the park is rich in Chicago history for sure. Like Humboldt Park which saw its stature of a Polish patriot moved to the museum campus, this park had its statue of a Czech patriot moved to the same location! I really think these statues should be replicated and returned to both parks! The park reminds me a lot of Humboldt Park, yet it is not in the same level of repair. In fact, it reminds me of Humboldt Park in the middle-1990s. It really has wonderful potential and I hope the city can invest money in its complete rehabilitation. Some of the architecture here is truly amazing. The Lily pond was fenced in and had no water in it, and there was graffiti on the Pergola (this is a great one similar to that at Humboldt Park). I visited when driving the grass-lined boulevards between the parks of the city from Palmer Square all the way down to Hyde Park. It is fairly easy to see the greenbelt boulevards linking the city's amazing parks. I would bike it if I were fit enough! I only gave it 3 stars because I want to see the city and state and who knows who else invest in making it the gem it truly is. read more

Douglas Park is huge and great to hold events and community programs . I always come here for the Westside Music Festival and it always an enjoyable time . I bring my lawn chairs and coolers filled with my food and beverages . Great space . :-D read more

Being from Nebraska, I was really in need of some green space and Douglas Park fit the bill. There are a lot of amenities (trails, tennis courts, pool, bbq places, etc.) but I especially liked the flower gardens, old architecture, and huge old trees. I spent most of my afternoon studying on a blanket under a willow tree overlooking a pond complete with a fountain and a family of ducks. sigh... There is free parking and small lots in certain areas of the park. There are soccer fields, however, and the lots fill up quick so get there before 5 and you'll be ok. f you take public transit the closest CTA stop is the Pink line at Sedzie, however the somewhat lengthy walk to the park (appx. 15-20 min depending on what part of the park you're going to) was kind of sketchy even at 2 in the afternoon. read more

The parks appears to be great for cookouts, family outings and group activities. However, for a advance runner it's not spacious enough for walking, running. It's a beautiful park. It's too close to busy streets. read more

Hidden gem in the city. Runners track and overall huge park Lots of green space Good for bbq's and picnics Great picture taking Close to the pink line train on california Easily access by by bike Ponds Free parking read more

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Came to Douglas Park this past weekend for a wedding. The rehearsal and ceremony was held at the arch structure on Sacramento and Ogden. There is a lot of free parking along Ogden. There is a lot of open space in that area, and the structure there is pretty large and aged looking. It was a nice simple place to have a ceremony. A few graffiti marks on the wall and a shed that looks a little torn up near by. If you can look pass that, the open area is very serene. The reception was also held at the park, located at the 'fieldhouse' If you go back north on Sacramento, you'll find yourself taking a short tour around the park before the fieldhouse. You make a right on Thompson Dr. after you've past the exist to Roosevelt. Its easy to miss since signs are small and the road loops fairly quick. The fieldhouse has a pool, and even golf, I think. The back area has a nice view of the pond. The balcony is wide enough to host tables or even a cocktail party. Ceilings inside are high, and have very pretty chandeliers, all which are shades of pink. Only thing that bothered me about the park is the lack of street lights. It was really dark when we left the place, making it hard to drive around and even getting stuck at a dead end. There are people still bbq at night on the side of the roads, people are crossing the roads without paying attention to the cars, making it very dangerous. Please be cautious when driving around the park at night, no lights and a lot of people still roaming. read more

Parks in the city are a blessing. Douglas Park is nearly identical to Humboldt Park. I know this for two reasons. One, I have now been to both and can say they share a lot of characteristics, two, I got married at the Humboldt Park Boathouse and was told the one at Douglas Park was the same, but DP included A/C. This is a huge park with a pond, recreational areas, walking trails, etc. I came here for the Run! To End Homelessness race. It was a nice venue for such an event. read more

Douglas Park is amazing. It's one of the city's treasures. The park itself is a 5-star rating. What ruins it for me is the people that leave their trash strewn about after soccer games. I'm embarrassed for the people that behave this way. read more

Douglas park is awesome... I take my Yorkie all the time here for her walks. Except for the homeless sometimes blocking the walk ways these is a really nice park for those who jog or bike ride. There also a very big carnival that takes over this park every 5 de Mayo weekend and the ponds trail are beautiful to look at and walk around. read more

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I heart Douglas Park! Just rode the bike around the paved path's with the dog as it was a beautiful day and I realized just how great this park really is! Never jam packed or dirty, it always provides quiet tranquility. Had a blanket this time and took a nap with the dog underneath a big oak tree. Check out this park between Sacramento and Ogden. It is kinda broken up by the streets but there are many fun alcoves and amenities in each smaller park! read more

While the surrounding neighborhood can be a little sketchy, the park itself is beautiful. And it's just about a block from the Pink Line's California stop. I have attended the past 2 Riot Fests here and honestly I love the location. Neighbors were all out selling everything from water and gatorade to homemade tamales. It was nice to see everyone so welcoming of us invading their streets. read more

I agree with Laura - Douglas Park is a gem! I take my dog there when I can and took my other dog there regularly 2 years ago. Amenities: THREE (3) ponds Golf Course (small) Swimming Pool Playing fields Playground equipment Easy to park Because it is split by Ogden and, I believe, Sacramento, you can easily choose your mood: want noise and activity? pick the playing fields or playground want peace and wildlife? Pick the NE pond, the golf course or the "amphitheatre" I had a great blue heron practically scalp me when staring at the NE pond once. My dog loves eating the goose poop. I disagree with Laura regarding dirty - I have to take care to watch the puppy as he has gotten a hold of all kinds of bones - mostly cooked chicken bones, including a spine - and people litter something fierce (is it really harder to cart an EMPTY chip bag around compared to the full one you brought to the park?), including bottles of alcohol. You get your occasional odd customer - talking to himself or giving you an uncomfortable eye, but it is pretty open so days are usually safe enough. I WOULD NOT come here when the sun is going down or at dark. Keep the city open to dogs - pick up after your pet, keep your animals in your fenced yard or on leash! read more

Love this place.. it is sooo beautiful inside. Great for Weddings or a Nice little Party.. people forget that you can rent out park district areas for events! The Trail is nice but I wouldn't want to hang near Roosevelt right now. Especially when it's HOT! This is only one edge of Douglas. The rest of Douglas is Fantastic!! when walking you more than likey will find a game of soccer .. and the Ravinia Jazz Fest in Douglas PArk during the summer months just makes it even better. Love it! read more

Attended Riot Fest 2015 here this weekend. This location is SO much better then Humboldt Park in that it is bigger, easier to access via the pink line station, and had well kept grounds. I hope Riot Fest makes this their new home permanently! read more

Don't show up after 9PM or you will have to pick what gang you want to be in. Also, this is a really nice park, they have a ton of places to bbq, and run and enjoy the water. Great for summer picnics! read more

Awesome park lots to do! Gets a little shady after dark though. Great during the day also has a nice lagoon that allows fishing

I really like this park. I am taking some classes here and I love the instructor. This park is huge and it is full of potential. I always knew it was here but never paid much attention to it. I am glad that I have the opportunity to be here because it just reinforces the notion of exploring things more and not necessarily being put off by initial looks. I used to pass by here often but never gave it a second thought. I never knew they had an outside pool and golfing areas. There is much work that is needed, however, especially in the locker rooms. I have have never seen any tissue or soap and the areas need to be cordoned off better for privacy purposes. Also, the landscaping needs better care. These things won't stop me from returning but it's shameful to not invest more in such a beautiful park. read more

Not a bad park. I got a chance to work the Cinco De Mayo festival and the crowd was great. Park is huge! Definately has plenty of space for everyone. There are bad areas near by so I agree about not walking in the dark around there. Otherwise during the day is fine. The path isnt too bad. It does need some work and minor repairs. read more

Douglas Park is awesome. The City is really loosing some amazing property out that way by not encouraging more people to live there. It is intimidating at night but, not really in the park more in the outlying areas; cops have done a good job patrolling it and taking it back. Very family oriented and the people there are as friendly as you'll find anywhere in Chicago. read more

I purchased a home here 6 years ago and have seen real positive changes. My new neighbor, Cine Space took over the Old Ryerson Steel Property and this is sending all kinds of positive waves through the neighborhood. Lots of directors and Artsy minds walking around in the neighborhood. I love the park and so do my two dogs. I must say that no one was more surprised than me when a woman with a degree in Nursing Administration knocked on my door and asked me to rent my attic apartment. Not exactly what I was expecting given the make up of the neighborhood. Her last name is Kaufman, but I love the diversity I am starting to see in the neighborhood. I recently joined her at the adult swim at the park. Ok, so we stuck out in the crowd, but are neighbors were welcoming. Hey - we shared a pool as we share the neighborhood. Here is to Douglas Park, my new home and the place my Civil Union partner and I are raising our 5 yr old daughter. We are pioneers in more than one way. Douglas Park is up and coming so we welcome other pioneers looking for good deals on properties very close to downtown. Great public transportation and access to expressways! read more