Chicago Playground Preview: 10 You Need to See in 2015

Swinging, climbing and sliding season is just getting started — and there are so many places to jump into the action. Check out our "best" list, from hidden gems to beachfront paradises.

By rtmistielucht April 2, 2015

Yee-haw! Swinging, climbing and sliding season is just getting started — and there are so many places to jump into the action. Chicago has more than 500 playgrounds. And 77 will be rehabbed or built this year, thanks to Mayor Emanuel’s Chicago Plays! program. Flip through our album to see our “best” list, from ginormous slides to beachside gems to great terrain for toddlers. And keep a lookout for our best of the suburbs picks, coming soon.

For Choo-Choo Fun: Weisman Playlot Park

All aboard! Toddler-friendly Weisman has a cute train structure that will spark imaginations. Also find swings, a slide, picnic tables, drinking fountains, benches, and water spray feature. Adding a touch of fun is an interactive fish tank mosaic. Find it at 901 W. Oakdale Ave. in Lakeview. Online: chicagoparkdistrict.com

Others to satisfy train fixations:
Rutherford-Sayre Playground: 6871 W. Belden Ave., Montclare
Clybourn Playground: 1755 N. Clybourn Ave., Lincoln Park
Buena Circle Playground: 1049 W. Buena Ave., Buena Park

Photo: Playground Pointers

What is YOUR favorite playground in Chicago? Let us know in the Comments!

— Mistie Lucht