Montclare

Playground. Water spray feature. Train views. If your child loves one, two, or all of these things - the playground at Rutherford Sayre Park is for you. The playground is solid. The area for smaller children features a strong train theme that reflects it's location next to a train line. The larger structure isn't train-themed but is a solid structure that is accessible via a ramp. The water spray features are above average and include two "triple sprayers" and one "water arch." The site is bright and sunny - though there are shady spots under nearby trees and some shade from a pergola near the entrance. The play area is fully enclosed and the surface is soft rubber. There are benches and picnic tables for seating and might even be access to a bathroom when the nearby fieldhouse is open. And - as mentioned earlier - there are train views. This is a great park and playground; highly recommend.

Renovated in 2015, the playground at Bell Park features modern equipment and a small water spray feature. There is a small structure for younger children and a larger structure for older children. There are also a few standalone elements including a zip line with a circle seat, a four person see-saw, and the standard Chicago Park swings (toddler, adaptive, and belt seat). The water spray feature includes a large overhead element and two small water sprayers. The non-play elements are great: benches, a picnic table, drinking fountains, access to bathrooms via the park district building (when open), and some shade. The play surface is wood chips and the playground is set back from the street (but not fully enclosed). All in all, this is a great playground; highly recommend.