Hononegah Forest Preserve, Rockton

Two play structures, imaginative features, and a small swing set in the Hononegah Forest Preserve

Address: 80 Hononegah Rd, Rockton, IL

Description: Located in Hononegah Forest Preserve in Rockton, this playground has two structures each with its own periscope, Hurricane spinner monkey bars, imaginative play elements, a small swing set, and a spinning pole.

Best for ages: 4-12

Features:

• Two play structures – both preschool/grade school child sized
• Medium sized three story play structure with stair and climbing entrances and one slide
• Small sized two story play structure with stair and climbing entrances and two slides
• Hurricane spinner monkey bars
• Climbing wall with chain assist
• Climbing ladder
• Balancing steps
• Steering wheel at the base of play structure
• Two steering wheels at the top of play structure
• Pattern built-in game
• Play counter beneath the play structure
• Enclosed tube to crawl through
• Hole to crawl through
• Two periscopes at the top of play structures
• Standing spinning pole
• Three slides – one double, two curved
• Swing set with two normal sized swings
• Large grassy space
• Garbage cans
• Pavilion with 5+ picnic tables somewhat in view of the playground

Sun protection: Y, some parts of the playground are shaded, some are not

Parking: 10-15 spaces in front of the playground

Playground structure materials: Metal, plastic

Ground/surface materials: Wood chips

Fenced in? N

Slides? Y, four slides

Swings? Y, two normal sized swings

Picnic tables, benches or other seating? Y, five picnic tables in view of playground and pavilion with 10+ picnic tables somewhat in view of the playground

Walking path, sidewalk or bike path? Y, sidewalk going into the playground

Stroller accessibility? Y

Bathrooms? Y, bathroom structure with non-flushing toilet inside, no sink

Drinking fountain? N

Food and drink nearby? N

What makes it special or worth visiting?

Hononegah Forest Preserve is a large nature preserve with many mature trees. The playground is deep in the preserve and is surrounded by trees, wildflowers, prairie grasses, and a large field. The playground has two play structures and a small swing set. The structures would be great for kids ages 4 and up. There are several imaginative play features like steering wheels, periscopes, and a play counter beneath the play structure. There are three slides and a spinning pole as well as Hurricane spinner monkey bars. This playground is peaceful and surrounded by beautiful views of nature.

If you go, you may want to bring:

• Packed lunch – There’s a pavilion with picnic tables nearby
• Painted rocks – You can hide rocks around town for Rockton Rocks
• Bug spray – There are a lot of mosquitos near the pavilion
• Camping gear – You can camp here.