Doerhoefer Park

Doerhoefer Park is a public park located in the Orchard Brook neighborhood of Downers Grove, Illinois. The park was originally established in the 1960's, and in 1971, it was named after Edward J. Doerhoefer, a former Park Commissioner and Board President.

Its grounds, covering 14.02 acres, hold a large quantity of spaces dedicated to specific sports and activities, such as a turf field, basketball courts, tennis courts, and baseball fields. All of these areas have lighting available until 11:00 pm.

Amenities

As listed on its website, Doerhoefer Park offers a variety of amenities. This list includes:

· Basketball Court

· Batting Cages

· Concession Stand

· Drinking Fountain

· Lighted Ball Field

· Picnic Tables

· Playground

· Restrooms

· Baseball/Softball Fields

· Synthetic Turf Field

· Tennis Court

· Walking Trail (0.39 mile loop)

· 14.02 Acres

Doerhoefer park also houses a playground, which is designed for children aged 5 years old through 12 years old. The playground is ADA friendly, and offers seating areas surrounding it.

Hours

Doerhoefer Park is open from dawn to dusk. The only exception is when there is a permitted activity in which there is lighting provided. Nobody is allowed on the grounds of the park after the lights turn off, and that rule is in effect until dawn of the next morning.

Transportation

The park is just North of Ogden Avenue, which is a main thoroughfare in the town of Downers Grove. It is stationed between Venard Road to the West, and Saratoga Avenue to the East.

Parking

There are three parking lots in the park, as well as parking along Venard Road.

References

“Doerhoefer Park.” Downers Grove Park District, www.dgparks.org/locations/doerhoefer-park.
Bykowski, Robert. “Body Discovered at Doerhoefer Park Identified (UPDATE 12 P.m. 4/13).” Downers Grove, IL Patch, Patch, 13 Apr. 2012, patch.com/illinois/downersgrove/body-discovered-at-doerhoefer-park-identified.