About
Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1 sits in Chicago, IL as one of the city's picnic areas, at Des Plaines.
Reviews lean positive — 4.5 out of 5 across 120 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot. And if it does not suit, 17 more picnic areas in Chicago are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other picnic areas in Chicago.
What works
Solid local standing
A 4.5 average from 120 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 8:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for.
Easy to pair with a second stop
17 other picnic areas sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this picnic area posts schedules, closures and events there.
Planning a visit
General guidance for picnic areas, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Tables, grills and shade set aside for exactly one purpose: eating outside.
A good fit for groups, birthdays and anyone tired of eating indoors.
When to go
Unless sites are reservable, they go first-come on good-weather weekends. Arrive before noon. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
What to bring
- Charcoal and a lighter if you plan to grill
- Trash bags
- A cloth for the table
Hours
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Amenities
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Common questions about Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1
What is Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1?
Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1 is a picnic area in Chicago, IL, at Des Plaines.
What are the opening hours at Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1?
Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1 is open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM every day of the week.
Is there parking at Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1?
Parking options here include a free lot.
How is Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1 rated?
Big Bend Lake Picnic Grove #1 holds 4.5 out of 5 stars from 120 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Chicago has 17 other picnic areas listed on AllParx, including Caldwell Woods Picnic Grove #1, Grove 10 and Bunker Hill Grove #1.
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