Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Evanston

Jake S. • August 31, 2012A pleasant park on the shores of Lake Michigan. Bring a book, a hat, and a lawn chair. Then relax.

Iolantik S. • December 15, 2015Great architecture, if you are looking for something atmospheric

Brent P. • August 5, 2011Tennis courts are always open and just a few steps away is a plaza with some of the best pizza you've ever had, Piero's.

Debbie W. • May 6, 2018It’s a great place for the summer

Ninah R. • April 25, 2017Nice quiet tail. Will get really busy once it gets nice out

Christina T. • September 18, 2013Beautiful, serene, peaceful.

Sir C. • August 25, 2013Great fountain and it has a dog beach

Kevin R. • May 27, 2010Check this place out in the Spring, Summer and Fall (which add up to about 3 months total around here...). It's arguably the most beautiful place on Northwestern U's campus.

Luna P. • January 5, 2012Lovely beach even in winter

Bernard G. • February 19, 2014It's great walking our Dogs, Dolce & Obie , in Garden Park. I invite you to sit on BERNIE's BENCH and enjoy the view.

Steven R. • July 3, 2013Calm, peaceful beautiful

Alexey • July 31, 2015The least crowded beach in Evanston, while it's not inferior in any other dimension. Give it a shot!

Leticia R. • July 22, 2016Great place for kids of all ages! Separate play area for toddlers.Did I mention that it also has a cafe?!?!??

Leticia M. • January 14, 2012Great place for sledding

Andrew W. • January 4, 2015Nice little quiet park

Hudson Sutler • July 20, 2017Burnham Park is a great place to go if you’re looking for some r&r. There’s an awesome lakefront beach that’s slightly outshined by Northerly Island which grants some incredible views of the city.

Brian B. • June 25, 2011Get there early on weekends -- it's less crowded. Also, there's a hose by the entrance which is usually on from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Cece W. • August 15, 2010Don't miss out on the stunning beach and view of the lake!

Emily R. • January 23, 2013The fountain is dyed purple at the beginning of each Northwestern school year! Check it out late August/ early September!

Jeremy G. • July 8, 2010A beautifully maintained rose garden just off the downtown of Evanston. My only detractor return the fountain to Fountain Square!

Running for the Kids S. • October 17, 2011Decent soccer field and tennis courts. Lots of picnic tables and a large play area

Karen • January 5, 2013There are picnic tables and a drinking fountain.