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.

Best Beach Oasis: Loyola Park

Play structures on sand, adjacent to a large, clean and beautiful beach with food and bathrooms nearby? Sounds like the perfect beach-day play date for the entire family! Find it at 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave. in Rogers Park. Online: chicagoparkdistrict.com

Others for sandy fun:
Lane George Park: 5915 N. Sheridan Rd., Edgewater
Edwin C. “Bill” Berry Playground: 3100 S. Lake Shore Dr., South Shore

Photo: Playground Pointers

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

— Mistie Lucht