Boat ramps are located at Lowell Park, Page Park, and Custer. Almost every park has a playground area. Many public activities are scheduled by the park district throughout the year, with an emphasis on programs of interest to children and young people. The area is used extensively for outdoor education programs. Green River State Wildlife Area has 2,565 acres of land open for hunting by permit.
Game includes deer, small game, doves, pheasant, quail and turkey.
Hiking trails and Class C Camping. Equestrian trail riding available May - July. Location of several national field trial events. 3 miles west of Route 26 on Maytown Road. The largest city park in Illinois with 240 acres.