Nowell Park

199 Mills Rd, Joliet, IL 60433
20 acres | 8.1 hectares

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About the Location

Park Overview

Nowell Park spans 20 acres and combines outdoor amenities with a state-of-the-art recreation center, making it a hub of activity for residents and visitors of all ages.

Historically, the park has served as an important community space since its establishment in the 1920s when Charles and Margaret Nowell donated the land.

Outdoor Amenities

The outdoor areas offer ample green spaces for picnicking and open play, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and a splash pad for families to enjoy during warmer months.

Several playgrounds and tot play areas cater to younger visitors, while a mix of shaded pavilions provides spaces for relaxation and gatherings.

Recreation Center

The Nowell Park Recreation Center, opened in 2018, is a 45,000-square-foot facility that serves as the centerpiece of the park.

The center features two regulation-sized basketball courts that double as volleyball and pickleball courts, a 10,000-square-foot fitness center, an indoor walking track, suspended batting cages, and several multipurpose rooms.

Community Programs

The versatile spaces within the Recreation Center are used for youth and adult sports, art classes, and even cooking lessons.

The center is designed to foster community engagement, providing seating areas for parents and neighbors to meet and interact, as well as facilities for events like birthday parties and meetings.

Year-Round Recreation

With its blend of indoor and outdoor facilities, Nowell Park is an all-season destination that caters to a wide array of recreational interests.

Whether you're looking for space to play, exercise, or connect with the community, the park offers something for everyone.

All Features & Facilities

Active Recreation

Baseball FieldBasketball CourtFitness EquipmentTennis CourtVolleyball Court

Nature & Wildlife

Open Grassy AreaWalking Trail

Water Features & Activities

Splash Pad

Visitor Services

PlaygroundRestrooms

Food & Gathering

Drinking WaterGrilling AreaPicnic AreaShelter

ParkMagnet Score

Good Park

Park Size

20 acres | 8.1 hectares

Opening Hours

Monday:6AM-8PM
Tuesday:6AM-8PM
Wednesday:6AM-8PM
Thursday:6AM-8PM
Friday:6AM-8PM
Saturday:7AM-3PM
Sunday:7AM-3PM

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