| MOMENCE PARK DISTRICT |
| JED & EMMA PARK A new state-of-the-art facility dedicated in 2007, is a delight for the youngest Momence Park District residents! LOCATION: On Park Street in the Stirling Meadows Subdivision behind Momence Finer Foods |
The Momence Park
District operates five
facilities within the
boundaries of Momence,
IL. Each facility serves a
unique purpose and
provides the residents of
Momence, Illinois and
surrounding communities
with opportunities to play,
learn and relax!
The flagship facility of the
Momence Park District is
Island Park. Island Park
offers a one-of-a-kind
location featuring acres of
wooded beauty nestled
between two channels of
the Kankakee River. Island
Park offers room to roam,
picnic, fish and enjoy the
sights and sounds of the
Kankakee River.
Additional Parks include
historic Walnut Street
Park, Island View Park,
Jed & Emma Park and
Boat Launch Park.
MOMENCE PARK DISTRICT
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| BOAT LAUNCH PARK This facility offers residents of Momence and nearby communities boating access to the beautiful Kankakee River LOCATION: End of Fourth Street |
| ISLAND VIEW PARK This neighborhood park offers a playground, public basketball court, picnicking and an enhanced view of the North Channel of the Kankakee River LOCATION: Corner of Wilbur and Chatfield Street |
| WALNUT STREET PARK The centerpiece of this historic public park is the metal Walnut Street Wagon. The park offers a large playground facility and covered picnic pavilion. A very popular park, Walnut Street is the perfect site for outdoor parties and family events. LOCATION - Corner of Walnut Street and Second Street |
| The five facilities maintained by the Momence Park District are all available for group rentals. Groups of 15 or more are required to reserve a rental space and acquire a permit. Island Park offers five individual locations for rent. Rental details can be found on the 'Contact Us' page! PLAN YOUR NEXT EVENT WITH THE MOMENCE PARK DISTRICT TODAY! |
| ABOUT YOUR PARKS! |
Committed to our Community and its natural resources
| Visit Fort Wilderness for small fry (ages 2-8) on the East End of Island Park! |
| Welcome to the Momence Park District |
| CONGRATULATIONS TO THE RESIDENTS OF THE MOMENCE PARK DISTRICT! A 2009 OSLAD (Open Space Land Acquisition and Development) Grant through the IDNR awarded to the Momence Park District on May 6, 2009 has allowed the Park District to pursue the new ADA compliant Interpretive Trail and Rail & Reel Fishing/Train Watching Pavilion on the southwest bank of the Kankakee River. The new facilities provides residents and visitors additional outdoor activities courtesy of the Momence Park District. VISIT ISLAND PARK AND SHARE IN THE EXCITEMENT OF OUR MAJOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS. |
| ...and so it began... |
ADAA Guidelines have been followed to allow fishermen and train watchers safety and accessibility regardless of physical limitations. The Pavilion will offer excellent views of the River and the Union Pacific Railroad Trestle. The project is jointly funded by an IDNR OSLAD Grant, The Union Pacific Railroad and the Momence Park District. |
| VISIT OUR PHOTO ALBUM FOR A COMPLETE LOOK AT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RAIL & REEL PAVILION! |
| After two years of planning and resource funding challenges, construction on the long awaited Rail & Reel Scenic Pavilion began on September 16, 2009. |
| The hexagon shaped, covered pavilion will provide excellent shoreline access via an elevated handicap accessible path scheduled to connect with a paved ADA trail. Interpretive signage is included in the overall project scheduled for completion in 2010. |
| Visit our Calendar Page for complete event details or call the Momence Park District at 815-472-2670 |
| A Splash Valley Summer Come Join The Momence Park District for 2 Wet & Wild Events! |
| Sunday, July 11th, 2010 Noon - 7:00 p.m Or Sunday, August 1, 2010 Noon - 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.95 per person (Proof of Residency Required) Tickets are available at the following locations: Park District Office - 79 Mill St. Susie's Corner - 105 E. Washington Frank's Bait Shop - 621 N. Dixie Hwy Momence, IL. |
| Starting Up the Grill for the 3rd Annual Squawk & Oink Festival Labor Day September 6, 2010 cl |
| Click on the Pig for Details |