Special event permits are required for events such as walkathons, organized training's, athletic competitions, festivals, or other organized activities. In addition to the criteria above, a permit is also required for:
Encroachment Permits are now called Temporary Park Access (TPA) Permits.
Contractors or neighbors who want access to cross District land to get to private property for a short period of time (one day to one week) may apply for a Good Neighbor Access Permit.
The Park District and Regional Parks Foundation are committed to giving educators the knowledge and skills to use parks and other outdoor environments as extended opportunities for student exploration and study.
A Vehicle Access Permit can be purchased with your picnic reservation for vehicle access to certain picnic sites. Certain sites are designated Drop-off Only, where vehicles can drop off picnic supplies, but then must be removed from the site within 30 minutes.
Park District visitor centers are open, and naturalists are hosting a combination of in-person and virtual programs.