Nancy Jefferson Park

If you find yourself craving a day of fun, Nancy Jefferson Park is the place for you! Located in the Chi-town residential area known as East Garfield, this pawsome park has got something for every member of the fam to enjoy, whether they are of the two-legged or four-legged sort. 

At just 0.85 acres of property, this park packs a lot of pawsitively awesome things to do into a small space. Originally named Marigold Park, this furrific play haven was renamed Nancy Jefferson Park to pay homage to one of Chicago's most influential women. You can bring your pooch to enjoy all areas of Nancy Jefferson Park. But to keep the pawlice happy campers, you'll want to keep Fido leashed at all times. 

Nancy Jefferson Park has a woofderful playground the kids can enjoy. It is also home to a pawrific basketball court where you can practice your best lay up with your fave canine pal racing around by your side. You will also find lots of grass spaces that are the pawrfect locale for a picnic lunch, game of tug or fetch, or even just to work on your suntan with Fido by your side. Looking to do something a little more active with your main canine squeeze? Why not go for a walk on one of the many walking paths? Don't forget to bring along some snacks, bottled water, and cleanup bags for your day at this park as you will need them!

This doggone awesome park's relatively secluded location makes it a pawpular spot for a quiet getaway. You can bring along a book to enjoy or even just sit and reflect on one of the benches with your pupperoni along for company. 

For a day of fun you'll not soon forget, bring Fido and the fam to visit Nancy Jefferson Park. It's a puptastic place to visit!