Trout Park

Chicago Area Hikes , Chicago Area Trails , Elgin Illinois Boat Ramps , Elgin Illinois Parks , Fox River Boat Access

Located right off of Interstate 90 on the banks of the Fox River in Elgin Illinois Trout Park has long been a special place for the people of Metropolitan Chicago. In 1972 it was officially declared an Illinois State Nature Preserve and is home to many unique and natural features including the rare White Cedar Tree. Some of the resident wild animals include white-tailed deer, raccoons, turtles, hawks, owls, squirrels, and many others.

The developed section of the park includes a boat ramp on the Fox River, a 50 person picnic shelter that can be reserved by calling 847-531-7000, and a baseball diamond. Come out and have fun.

Elgin Park Ordinances

*All motor vehicles must stay in designated areas and obey 15 m.p.h. speed limit and all State of Illinois traffic laws.

*Don't be a litterbug. Please put all trash in proper containers.

*Consumption of alcoholic beverages requires special permit.

*Do not disturb any plants or animals.

*Unless otherwise posted all parks open at dawn and close at dusk.

*All dogs must be leashed.

*All fires are restricted to picnic grills.

Please respect these ordinances as well as all local, State of Illinois, and United States statutes.