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Camping

Camping Gear Library

Let us help you get equipped for your next adventure!  Camping equipment is available to rent to the public through the Gear Library.  Camping in Chicago parks is only allowed through our Family Camping events (see below), so plan to borrow this gear for an adventure outside of the city.  See camping site suggestions below.

The 2025 rental season runs July 15-October 15

Available items include:

  • tents
  • camping stoves
  • lanterns
  • camping chairs

Places to Camp:

Family Camping     

Camp under the stars with the 快播视频. Learn basic camping principles, take a nature hike and enjoy an evening around the campfire led by our expert camping staff.  At night, campers will enjoy hot dogs and s鈥檓ores over the fire and a light breakfast in the morning. A family should include at least one child and one adult, and up to six family members. A parent or caregiver must participate.  A packing list will be sent with your receipt. 

  • TIME:
    Camping begins on Saturday at 2 pm, and ends Sunday at 11 am
  • FEE:
    Cost is $50 for a family of up to 6 members and includes use of camping & programming equipment, hot dogs, s鈥檓ores and a light breakfast
  • REGISTRATION:
    Online registration begins two months prior to the program start date.
  • Steelworkers Park: August 23-24
  • Burnham Wildlife Corridor at Burnham Park: September 6-7
  • Columbus Park: September 13-14

Youth Programs 

Urban Campers

This week-long program introduces youth, ages 8-12, to local nature through camping. Monday through Wednesday, Campers participate in adventures such as fishing, archery, nature exploration, and fun group games at their local park. The highlight of the week is a campout from Thursday to Friday morning where campers set up their own tents, cook over a campfire, roast marshmallows, and camp under stars in a local park. 

Meets Monday through Wednesday from 10 am - 2 pm, and Thursday from 10 am to Friday at 10 am.

  • South Shore Cultural Center: June 23-27 (overnight 26-27)
  • Horner Park: July 7-11 (overnight 10-11)
  • Valley Forge Park: July 14-18 (overnight 17-18)
  • Washington Park: July 21-25 (overnight 24-25)
  • Riis Park: July 28th-August 1 (overnight 31-1)
  • McKinley Park: August 4-8 (overnight 7-8)

Under Illinois Skies

This week-long program is for youth ages 9 - 13. At their local park on Monday and Tuesday, campers will play team-building games, explore nature and get ready to venture on a two-night camping experience in the Cook County Forest Preserves. On the campout, campers will set up their tents, hike, fish, cook over a fire, and roast marshmallows! 


Meets Monday and Tuesday from 10 am - 2 pm, and Wednesday from 10 am to Friday at 10 am

  • South Shore Cultural Center: July 7-11 (overnight 9-11)
  • Horner Park: July 14-18 (overnight 16-18)
  • Valley Forge Park: July 21-25 (overnight 23-25)
  • Washington Park: July 28-August 1(overnight 30-1)
  • Riis Park: August 4-8 (overnight 6-8)
  • McKinley Park: August 11-15 (overnight 13-15)

Questions?  Contact camping@chicagoparkdistrict.com.