My kids are toddlers and my number one all-time-favorite park and playground feature is a fence. Thankfully, there are tons of fun playgrounds for little kids in our area that are enclosed to add a little extra peace of mind, especially for those keeping an eye on multiple little ones.
Want more places to explore? Our list of best parks for toddlers is another great list of good playgrounds for littles, both fenced-in and not.
Pro-Tip: If the park you’re visiting is enclosed by a gate, double-check that the latch clicks behind you so the little runners are safe and you can breathe easier while they play!
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Fully Fenced Parks
Hope D. Wall School Playground, Aurora
Hope D. Wall School Playground
449 W New Indian Trail Court
Aurora, IL 60506
This rocket-themed inclusive playground has many opportunities for kids of all abilities and all ages to play. Please note that it is open to the public outside of school hours and on weekends. The equipment is a mixture of larger climbing opportunities and smaller slides and swings. It has wheelchair swings and many accessible features also. Click here to read more about the Hope D. Wall Playground.
Water Tower Park, Brookfield
Water Tower Park
Brookfield and Maple Avenues
Brookfield, IL 60513
This fenced-in playground by the Brookfield water tower has a train play house, low-to-the-ground play structure for littles, ride-on toys, swings, and plenty of shade from trees. Kids will be able to see the trains passing through Brookfield at the nearby train crossing, too.
Brancato Park, Countryside
Brancato Park
65 W Plainfield Road
Countryside, IL 60525
This park is completely geared towards toddlers with a ride-on dolphin and seahorse, seesaw, multiple small slides, tunnels, and a board to touch and manipulate. If your kiddos tend to gravitate towards equipment they’re not quite ready for, this is a great choice to let them roam more freely.
Katherine Legge Memorial Park, Hinsdale
Katherine Legge Memorial Park
5901 S. County Line Road
Hinsdale, IL 60521
This fenced-in playground is on the grounds of the sprawling Katherine Legge Memorial Park, which also has a nature-based play area, picnic shelters, sports fields, and other recreational activities.
Butterfield Park, Lombard
Butterfield Park
21W730 Butterfield Road
Lombard, IL 60148
Near the main facility for the Butterfield Park District, as well as the new playground and recreation spaces at The Glen, this playground has a ramp leading up to the park that is wheelchair accessible. Heads up that the playground is sometimes in use by the preschool.
Central Park – Park District Playground, Oak Brook
1450 Forest Gate Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
This park is next to the Oak Brook Park District main building and one of the playgrounds there is fenced off from the road. There is equipment for all ages, including toddlers.
Toohey Park Tot Playground, Wheaton
1900 Orchard Road
Wheaton, IL 60189
This little playground has a mud-free play surface and was designed specifically for kids ages 2 to 5, as well as a sand area with diggers. There’s also a small Safety Town at this location.
Partially Fenced Playgrounds
Candy Cane Park, Brookfield
Candy Cane Park
29th and Park Avenues
Brookfield, IL 60513
This newly renovated playground also made our list of the best local parks for toddlers.
Darien Community Park, Darien
Darien Community Park
7100 Clarendon Hills Road
Darien, IL 60561
Although the address for Darien Community Park is listed as Clarendon Hills Road, the parking lot for the toddler-friendly fenced-in playground is off Plainfield Road right across the street from Indian Prairie Library. It makes a great combo trip! There’s a lot of opportunities for imaginary play with a lemonade stand, the fire truck pictured above, castle, play house, and island and boat-themed playground equipment. Click here to read more about Darien Community Playground.
Washington Park, Downers Grove
Washington Park
835 Prairie Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
This park has been recently updated and has a toddler-age section.
Main Street Recreation Center Playground, Glen Ellyn
501 Hill Avenue
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Located by the Main Street Recreation Center, this fenced-off playground also has picnic tables and a grassy field nearby. If the center is open, you can stop in to use the bathroom, too.
Irma Butler Playground, Hinsdale
Irma Butler Tot Lot at Robbins Park
415 W 8th Street
Hinsdale, IL 60521
This renovated playground is right in front of the Hinsdale Community House and has baby swings, a four-person see saw, and playground equipment on turf.
Discovery Playground, Lisle
Discovery Playground
1825 Short Street
Lisle, IL 60532
This park is fenced all the way around, except for the entrance. It features sensory-rich equipment, a zip line, and a toddler area. It is next to to Sea Lion Aquatic Park, so you can pair a visit to this park with the water park on a nice warm day!
Wolf’s Crossing Community Park, Naperville
3252 Wolf’s Crossing Road
Naperville, IL 60564
This large, fun playground has something for all ages and has been partially fenced since this photo was taken. Most importantly, there is a fence on the side nearest the parking lot. For some extra fun, there is a splash pad and a ninja park adjacent to the playground.
Read Katie’s article on Wolf’s Crossing Community Park for more information!
Central Park – The Sandlot Playground, Oak Brook
1301 Forest Gate Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
This all-ages park was built around the idea of accessible play for all. Read our full review of the Sandlot, or check out a video of the playground.
Fox Park, Oak Park
Fox Park
624 S Oak Park Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60304
This park has a fence on the Oak Park Avenue side.
Euclid Square Park, Oak Park
Euclid Square Park
705 Fillmore Street
Oak Park, IL 60304
Built in 2017, this playground has fencing that continues around except for an opening near the tennis courts.
Tot Lots
Tot lots are small playgrounds that are usually fenced and designed specifically for toddlers and little kids.
Harrison Tot Lot
3233 Harrison Avenue
Brookfield, IL 60513
Madison Tot Lot
4019 Madison Avenue
Brookfield, IL 60513
Papoose Tot Lot
887 Papoose Court
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Andrew Whiting Memorial Park
5539 S Peck Avenue
Countryside, IL 60525
Hollands Park
5404 7th Avenue
Countryside, IL 60525
Countryside Playschool Lot
5540 East Avenue
Countryside, IL 60525
Jaycee Tot Lot
445 N. Larch Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Forest Park Tot Lot
Lathrop North of Roosevelt
Forest Park, IL 60130
Remembrance Park
Randolph & Circle
Forest Park, IL 60130
Popelka Park
Thomas & Adams
Forest Park, IL 60130
Veterans Park
Circle & Lehmer
Forest Park, IL 60130
Reiger Park
Circle & 16th
Forest Park, IL 60130
Srejma-Michalek Memorial Tot Lot
Lorraine Drive and Forestview Road
La Grange, IL 60525
Randolph Tot Lot
300 S Grove Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
This park has a Zephyr train play structure.
Wehnonah Tot Lot
844 Wenonah Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60304
This park has a car theme with cars to sit in and gas pumps to fill up.
Fairfield Tot Lot
59th Street and Richmond Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559
Hillside Tot Lot
430 E Willow Avenue
Wheaton, IL 60187
Looking for more info on playgrounds?
Our guide to Chicagoland parks and playgrounds has suggestions for every age and type of park you are looking for! Also, the best playgrounds for toddlers has more tot-friendly options.
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Spring Park in La Grange is also a nice fenced in park! Located at the corner of 53rd St and Spring Ave.
There is also a fenced-in tot park in countryside- not sure the name of it but it’s on the corner of bob-o-link drive and 7th Ave.