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Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park

About

37-acre park offering a playground, sports areas & a wetlands section with trails & fishing.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 876 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 21 rated parks we list in Chicago.

Mind the closed days: Saturday and Sunday. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 20 more parks 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 parks in Chicago.

What works

  • Consistently well reviewed

    4.8 stars held across 876 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.

  • The best-rated in Chicago

    Measured against the 21 rated parks we track in Chicago.

  • Dogs welcome

    Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.

  • Works with kids

    Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

  • Free parking

    A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.

Worth knowing first

  • Closed Saturday and Sunday

    Check the hours panel before you set out — the closed days are easy to miss.

Planning a visit

General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.

A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.

When to go

Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset.

What to bring

  • Water
  • A blanket or folding chair
  • Sunscreen on clear days
  • Leash and waste bags

Hours

  • Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:40 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Amenities

Dogs Allowed
Family Friendly
Parking Available

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Common questions about Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park

What is Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park?

37-acre park offering a playground, sports areas & a wetlands section with trails & fishing. It is a park in Chicago, IL, at Park District.

What are the opening hours at Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park?

Hours vary by day: Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:40 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed.

Are dogs allowed at Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park?

Yes — Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park good for kids?

Yes — Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park rated?

Burr Ridge Community Center @ Harvester Park holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 876 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

Chicago has 20 other parks listed on AllParx, including Burnham Park Promontory Point, Garfield Park Conservatory and Lake Katherine Nature Center.

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