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Steelworkers Park -Chicago Park District

Steelworkers Park is 16.56 acres and it is located in the South Chicago community. This is a great nature area with trees, walking paths and an ideal location for families to enjoy nature in the city. This park features a community rock climbing wall built on the historic ore wall of the Steelworks industry.

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About Steelworkers Park -Chicago Park District

Located in the South Chicago neighborhood, Steelworkers Park weaves its rich industrial history into present day recreation. Once the site of a thriving steel mill along Lake Michigan’s shoreline, the park is now one of the city’s unique natural areas, perfect for birding, stargazing, and other outdoor fun.

Feeling adventurous? Try your hand at rock climbing up a portion of the repurposed historic ore wall left behind by the steel industry. Or keep your feet on the ground with a relaxing walk or bike ride along meandering nature paths lined with native grasses and plants.

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