So Tinley park has this massive storm water reservoir with a lake at the center that they turned…read moreinto a community park. They have a couple of large parking lots there to stash your vehicle while visiting. One of the main entrances is right past one of the Tinley Park fire stations. Many paved trails to walk around the lake, with a high route and a low route to vary up the scenery. On the high elevation they have a number of picnic tables and the like for those that want to have a meal. They also have a large playground there for the kids to keep busy while the parents chill. The lower route is mainly for jogging and walking ... although you'll find a lot of bikes in the area also. At the other end you'll find baseball and soccer fields, skateboard, and basketball too. They also have a little dock off which you can fish. Be forewarned - no dogs allowed, which is good for some people and not so much for others. This is a sort of difficult kind of place to find, but that keeps it a treasure.

So peaceful. People…read morereally seem to be respectful and take care of the property for the most part. Trash usually isn't all over. I really enjoyed my evening out it was restful and gave me a sense of calm even though this is in the the middle of a really busy suburb. Didn't hear any cars, horns, sirens or anything like that. There was some noise from the ball fields but that was also far enough away that that wasn't crazy loud either. Check it out when you have a chance

Nice area for walking. Trail was marked decently. It was very muddy as we went after rain. I…read morerecommend bringing a change of shoes for your walk. Decent amount of parking. Porta potties.

This beautiful Preserve has gorgeous walking trails around three lakes. You can join the preserve…read moreand purchase a fishing permit. It is beautiful when the leaves turn during the fall but open year round. A peaceful place in the middle of suburbia. A large picnic shelter with picnic tables throughout area. The Boy Scouts utilize Black Bear Lodge for their meetings and often do projects to maintain and improve the walking paths. A lovely place to visit.

Came here with my inner city kids and they had a ball! They particularly liked the game involving…read moreherbivores, omnivores, and carnivores!! So fun..I wish I took pictures, but the experience and memories will definitely be enough. Great for anyone!

Nestled between the golf course and busy roads, this is a little gem. There's adventure park…read moreactivities for those interested and different programs for kids throughout the year. But what I love is walking the trails and wondering around or taking a book and sitting and reading. Different views each season. It's a peaceful respite in the middle of the chaos of life. And the Christmas lights walk is so fun. It's only a couple of dollars and you can buy hot chocolate and s'mores kits to roast on the fire pit. During the spring they sell native plants - always the healthiest and good selection. The staff and volunteers are kind and welcoming. It's just a great little gem.

Overall a good place to take kids of all ages. Food is basic. Very strict on no outside food. The…read morebathrooms were horrible, don't seem to be cleaned often, which is gross and unsanitary for the summer wave.

Went today, place was super crowded it was enough space for everyone . 20$ for non resident I want…read morecomplain everything has gone up. I gave this place 3 stars for started bathroom after a hour of being open were so nasty look like hasn't been clean from last night a turn off. This place needs separate tubes. Staff didn't care people were sitting down holding tubes like they were their personal tubes. You stand in line and wait for someone to be done with a tube , well no one follow directions and there was a long line waiting on tubes. Cade area definitely needs more cashier over a hour to order food. Good was decent besides the chicken tenders but for the price again I want complain on that much. Would I come back probably now but, my family enjoy a nice day to beat the heat.