Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Chicago
2 outdoor adventures for families in Chicago. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
2 are free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
#1
Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo
4.8 starsThe Nature Boardwalk wraps around a restored urban pond that genuinely teems with wildlife, kids spot herons wading at the edge, turtles sunning on lo
All agesFreeOutdoor$0 — completely free
#2
Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary
4.8 starsMontrose Point Bird Sanctuary is Chicago's best urban wildlife encounter that most visiting families don't know exists. During spring and fall migrati
Best for ages 5 and up (especially curious nature kids)FreeOutdoor$0 — completely free
FreeNature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo
4.8(941)
Ages: All ages
OutdoorStroller-Friendly
FreeMontrose Point Bird Sanctuary
4.8(1,490)
Ages: Best for ages 5 and up (especially curious nature kids)
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Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Chicago?
- 2 outdoor family activities in Chicago. Highest rated: Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo, Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Chicago?
- 2 outdoor activities in Chicago are free, including Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo, Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary.
- How many outdoor activities in Chicago are stroller-friendly?
- 1 of the 2 outdoor activities in Chicago are fully stroller-friendly.
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