About
Urban picnic venue featuring a shelter in the middle of a tree-lined field, plus restrooms.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 362 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot and a paid 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
Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 362 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
Open every day
The same hours all week (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Free parking
A free lot — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
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.
Worth knowing first
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM and no longer — it has to land inside the working day.
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 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
What to bring
- Charcoal and a lighter if you plan to grill
- Trash bags
- A cloth for the table
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Amenities
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Common questions about Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove
What is Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove?
Urban picnic venue featuring a shelter in the middle of a tree-lined field, plus restrooms. It is a picnic area in Chicago, IL, at 4498 W Foster Ave.
What are the opening hours at Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove?
Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove is open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove?
Yes — Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove?
Parking options here include a free lot and a paid lot.
How is Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove rated?
Irene C. Hernandez Family Picnic Grove holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 362 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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