Barrington Park District is home to beautiful parks that provide spaces for recreation, relaxation and community connection. Citizens Park, a 45-acre award-winning destination, features scenic walking trails, peaceful waterfalls and a connection to the Cuba Marsh trail system, making it a favorite spot for walking, biking and enjoying nature. It also houses the Pavilion, Lodge and amphitheater, perfect for hosting your next event as well as an accessible treehouse! Langendorf Park includes the Fitness and Recreation Center, Langendorf Aquatic Center and Freddie Herriman Pederson Splashpad, along with playgrounds, picnic areas and a Golf Learning Center. Ron Beese Park, the District’s largest park at 80 acres, offers football, soccer, lacrosse and baseball fields, community garden plots, playgrounds, picnic shelter and the unique Teams Challenge Course surrounded by nature preserve land and wooded trails. Families can also enjoy Concord–Meinhard Park, located at the intersection of Concord Lane and Bristol Drive, which features an ADA-inclusive playground designed to support cognitive, communicative, sensory, physical and social development with play areas for children ages 2 – 5 and 5 – 12. Columbus Park, located at 133 Lakeshore Drive on 12 acres, offers a welcoming open play area, playground and scenic pond, providing another peaceful neighborhood space for outdoor fun and relaxation. Together, these parks showcase the natural beauty of Barrington while offering amenities for residents of all ages.
About the Park
Citizens Park is a 45-acre park located off of Northwest Highway and Lake Zurich Road in Barrington. The park was the site of the old Jewel Tea Company. This award-winning park was officially dedicated in 2007 and has continued to be a very popular setting for people to rent the facilities, relax by the waterfall, walk the trails and enjoy passive recreation.
Citizens Park was the winner of 7 different awards, including the 2007 Governor’s Hometown Award, 2007 Daniel Flaherty Park Excellence Award, 2007 Illinois Association of Park District’s Partnership Award, 2007 Masonry Award, and 3 awards from the 2007 Council of Barrington Garden Clubs. The Barrington Park District also worked closely with the Lake County Forest Preserve to connect their property to the Barrington Park District. The result is a beautiful bike/running trail that twists through Cuba Marsh and then connects to Citizens Park. This has become a favorite site for dog owners and 5K enthusiasts.
Citizens Park tennis and basketball court lights will be on Sunday – Saturday, 5:30pm – 9:00pm. Usage of the courts must conclude prior to 9:00pm as the lights will automatically turn OFF at 9:00pm. The courts are unsupervised. Use at your own risk. Do not use if surface is wet or unsafe conditions exist.
Amenities
Biking/Walking Paths
Cuba Mash Connection
Jewel Tea Park Pavilion
John Larkins Bell Gazebo
Pepper Family Treehouse
Picnic Shelters
Restroom Facilities
Robert Soule Amphitheater
Tennis/ Basketball Court
The Lodge
Citizens Park Rentals
Citizens Park has several facilities that can be rented for various parties and gatherings. View the link below for more information.
Hours are subject to change due to ice conditions, inclement weather, facility closures and holidays. Please note: the ice rink must pass daily inspection in order to open. Feel free to contact the front desk at (847) 381-0687 after 10:00am to find out the days status.
Rules & Regulations
Welcome! In utilizing the Ice Rink, you acknowledge that you understand and will abide by the following rules and regulations.
Skate at your own risk. Skaters accept the responsibility of knowing the range of their ability while on skates, and skating within the limits of that ability.
By engaging in skating, skaters are deemed to have knowledge of, and assume the inherent risks of skating.
A maximum of 20 people is allowed within the fenced area at one time.
Parents are responsible for the supervision and conduct of their children at all times.
No one is allowed on the ice without ice skates.
Inspect the Ice Rink before starting play.
Skating in a manner that endangers or interferes with other skater’s safety or pleasure is strictly forbidden.
Refrain from horseplay. No pushing, shoving or rough play.
Patrons must not sit on, step over, lean over or place articles on the sideboards.
Do not carry anyone, including infants and children, while skating.
No hockey goals may be brought into the Ice Rink.
Throwing snow or ice balls is strictly prohibited.
Profanity, recklessness and fighting are prohibited.
Use of alcohol, tobacco, e-cigarettes, drugs, or weapons is prohibited.
Climbing the fence and abuse of property are prohibited.
No trespassing when the Ice Rink is closed.
No glass, food, drink or pets are allowed in the Ice Rink.
All Barrington Park District rules and regulations apply.
Violation of rules and regulations will result in losing skating privileges.
Barrington Park District is NOT responsible for accidents, injuries, or lost, stolen, or broken items.
This facility may be closed at any time at the discretion of the Barrington Park District.
Please notify the Park District immediately of any unsafe conditions or inappropriate activity at (847) 381-0687.
In case of emergency or suspicious behavior, call 911 or the non-emergency Barrington Police Department at (847) 304-3300
Concord-Meinhard Park
Located at the intersections of Concord Lane and Bristol Drive this park features an ADA inclusive playground. The site features a layout and equipment that address the following areas of development: cognitive, communicative, sensory, physical and social/emotional. The park has play features that are designed for children 2 – 5 years and 5 – 12 years old
Columbus Park
Located at 133 Lakeshore Drive and situated on 12 Acres, Columbus Park features an open play area, playground and pond.
About the Park
The “home” of the Barrington Park District, Langendorf Park houses the main facilities of the Barrington Park District. The Fitness and Recreation center features the administrative offices, a state-of-the-art 4,500-square-foot Fitness Center, gymnasium with walking track, meeting and community rooms, two preschool rooms and more!
Also featured in Langendorf Park is the Langendorf Aquatic Center which is home to the Freddie Herriman Pederson splashpad. Take a walk around the park and enjoy any of the three playground or tee-off at our 5-hole, par 3 Golf Learning Center. Langendorf Park offers many picnic sites for you to enjoy as well as picnic shelters. At Langendorf Park there truly is something for everyone.
Dogs are not allowed at Langendorf Park by order of the Park Commissioners.
Amenities
Featured in the Langendorf Park:
Langendorf Aquatic Center (See Below)
Picnic Sites
Shelters
4 Ball Diamonds
3 Playgrounds
Golf Learning Center
6 Outdoor Pickleball Courts
2 Platform Tennis Courts
The Clubhouse
Fitness Crossing
Courtside Cottage
Featured in the Fitness and Recreation Center:
Administrative Offices
Fitness Center
Gymnasium with Track
Meeting and Community Rooms with Stage
3 Preschool Rooms
2 Multi-Purpose Rooms
Featured in Langendorf Aquatic Center:
Freddie Herriman Pederson Splashpad (Summer Season ONLY)
The Freddie Herriman Pederson Splashpad is an ADA accessible water spray ground that will provide hours of summer fun for ALL children. The splashpad can also be rented for private parties, visit our website for more information.
Kraken Cove (Summer Season ONLY)
Our brand-new aquatic facility is designed with fun, fitness and families in mind! Dive into excitement with a variety of features including a zero-depth entry area, a current channel perfect for both play and low-impact exercise, a racing slide, plume slide, two drop slides, a diving board, and a rock climbing wall! Kraken Cove is also built with inclusivity in mind – the activity pool features an ADA-accessible ramp leading directly into the water, and pool lifts are available for entry into all of our pools. Whether you’re here to relax, make a splash, or celebrate a special occasion, Kraken Cove offers something for everyone — including birthday parties and private rentals. Come make memories that will last all season long!
Program Room
The Program Room is now available for rent and is the ideal space for smaller gatherings. This fresh and modern space features a private entrance, a refrigerator and AV hookup, making it both convenient and functional for meetings, birthday parties or casual celebrations. Large windows allow natural light to pour in, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Best of all, during the summer months if you are having a pool party the Program Room has direct access to Kraken Cove, making it a fantastic option for pool parties and warm-weather fun. Whether you’re planning a celebration or a community meetup, the Program Room offers a perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and excitement.
Langendorf Park Rentals
Langendorf Park has several facilities that can be rented for various parties and gatherings. View the link below for more information.
Ron Beese Park is Barrington Park District’s largest park that is located on the south end of Barrington. This 80-acre park features 2 football fields, 4 soccer fields, 2 baseball fields, 3 multi-use fields for LAX, soccer and football practices, all nestled up against the Illinois Nature Preserve. Garden plots (known as community gardens) are also available to rent at this location. The park includes an enclosable shelter with restrooms and a playground for all ages to enjoy. The Barrington Park District’s Teams Challenge Course is also hidden amongst the trees at Beese Park. This unique team building course is located at the park’s entrance and incorporates many hiking, running and cross-country skiing trails for the residents to experience and appreciate.
Amenities
Featured in Ron Beese Park:
Baseball/Softball Fields
Football Fields
Garden Plots
Hiking/Cross-Country
Playground
Soccer/LaCrosse Fields
Restroom Facility
Ski Trails
Team Challenge Course
Ron Beese Park Rentals
Ron Beese Park has several facilities that can be rented for various parties and gatherings. View the link below for more information.
