William W. Powers State Recreation Area

574 reviews

12949 S Avenue O, Chicago, IL 60633

dnr.illinois.gov

+17736463270

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William W. Powers State Recreation Area is a State park located at 12949 S Avenue O, Chicago, IL 60633. It has received 574 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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  • The address of William W. Powers State Recreation Area: 12949 S Avenue O, Chicago, IL 60633

  • William W. Powers State Recreation Area has 4.5 stars from 574 reviews

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  • "I’ve driven past this for 30+ years and never stopped until now"

    "Finally able to get into the visitor center"

    "Nice, clean, calm environment to explore Nature and all it has to offer"

    "Great place to take family and still be Social Distant"

    "This is a little gem hidden, full of wildlife and very nice scenery"

Reviews

  • Trey Campbell

I’ve driven past this for 30+ years and never stopped until now. I never understood from the highway why so many people were always out here. Wow. What a hidden gem. Great fishing, hiking, and just an overall place to relax! We will definitely stop every time we pass through from here on out! More

  • Lamon Lenoir

Finally able to get into the visitor center. There were four people inside working. Not one of those people asked if we needed help or was looking for anything particular. Not even a hello upon entering the facility . I stated to the person

  • James McCornell, Jr.

Nice, clean, calm environment to explore Nature and all it has to offer. Including fishing, and a peek at deers and other wildlife. Came out for some soothing water sounds, but I'll be back next weekend for some fishing before it gets cold.

  • PRETTY PINK

Great place to take family and still be Social Distant. Please have Fishing license on hand! They will check! The fishing is fun with many spots to catch, great spots to picnic, perfect to take kids to the water to learn and practice

  • Pedro gonzalez

This is a little gem hidden, full of wildlife and very nice scenery. The small lake is a plus. Whether you walk or drive, it is a pleasure to visit this forest preserve.

  • Raul Ocampo

Recently kayak fished this lake, only caught a 9" rock bass and 11" bass, a lot of submerged vegetation, the south end of the lake makes a good top water spot

  • Kona Works

Beautiful grounds lots of animals. Beautiful everything. I love being close to lake Michigan. Thank u Chicago for the beauty that u share with us daily.

  • Colmustard Man

It is very scenic and beautiful. Many things to do like fishing and taking your dog out. It has a playground too and interesting history. More

  • Violeta

Not for exploring, only really if you are going there to do something: 1) FISHING 2) EVENTS (picnic/birthday etc)

  • Mike Dwyer

A beautiful, peaceful oasis on the Chicago-Hammond border. It feels like another place.
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  • Jonathan Vincent-Miller Ellen Ann Vincent

Does anyone have the Wolf lake Rangers phone number. Please and thank you Need help with the Baby birds.

  • Decia Rogers

Great place. Didn't catch any fish. But the park and restroom were clean. My family had a great time.

  • Demetrius Hobson

Held our family reunion at the William Powers Rec. Area! Very accommodating and beautiful scenery!

  • Aaron Gray

Beautiful lake in a park like setting. Awesome park staff. Easily accessible by vehicle.

  • Jeanette Garcia

I love this place. Really huge park with lots of little gems to discover.

  • Jennifer Streeter

Nice park... I enjoyed my pre walk after my tough mudder here.

  • Shirlene Coppage

Well kept. Lots of picnic areas. Just watch out for the ducks.

  • Rick Najera

Very nice place for a picnic with friends and family.

  • Lenard Mores

Good fishing!! Lots of wildlife, great sunset

  • James Miller

A little bit of paradise within the big city