General Information

Weather-related Cancellations

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For events or activities, please call 630-513-6200.

Text Us! 630-513-3331

This message-based communication option is intended for conversations that are not time-dependent.

Initial inquires will receive an automated message confirming your text was received and that the right staff member is being notified to assist you. Staff will respond as quickly as possible. Staff will not process program registrations, provide weather-related notices for seasonal facility operations or address issues with confidential information. Please use this service to report park maintenance concerns, such as fallen trees on paths or vandalism to park property.

Registration Information

For policies and procedures on registering for Park District programs and/or events: click here

Special Accommodations

The District welcomes participation in all activities by individuals with disabilities and special needs by working cooperatively with the Fox Valley Special Recreation Association. The District is committed to inclusion by providing public recreation services in the most integrated setting, providing to the maximum extent feasible for interaction between people with and without disabilities. If you or a household member has a special need or request for reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, please indicate so at least two weeks in advance of an activity start date. Please understand that failure to provide timely and appropriate notice of a special need and/or request for reasonable accommodation may result in a delay in registration. For more details, call 630-513-6200 or click here.

Park District Boundaries

The Park District’s boundaries are similar to those of St. Charles Township. The only area in the Township’s boundaries, not in the Park District’s boundaries, is the Sugar Ridge subdivision in South Elgin. The following areas are located outside of the St. Charles Township, but are included within the Park District’s boundaries:

East Side — Pheasant Run Trails, Pheasant Run Court and the area formally known as Pheasant Run Resort & Convention Center.

Northwest Side — The northern portion of Thornwood Subdivision in South Elgin which includes the following streets: Courtland Drive, Oakview Court, West Ellington Court, and East Ellington Court.

Southwest Side — James O. Breen Community Park South is located south of Route 38 and west of Peck Road.

Smoke-Free Parks Policy

The Park Board has determined that it is in the best interest of the health, safety and welfare of all persons using Park District property, including all outdoor parks, facilities, buildings and vehicles, that smoking is prohibited. This prohibition on smoking, including vaping, in outdoor parks shall not apply to parking lots, personally-owned vehicles and the Pottawatomie Golf Course.

Photo and Video Policy

Photos and videos are often taken of people participating in SCPD programs and activities. All persons registering for an SCPD program or using public park properties or facilities thereby agree that any photograph or videotape taken by SCPD may be used in publicizing and promoting SCPD including its electronic/social media, videotapes, brochures, flyers and other publications without additional, prior notice or permission and without compensation to the participant. Staff does not use any identification in marketing materials. Persons on public property who do not want to be photographed or videotaped should tell the photographer.

Carry In/Carry Out Leave No Trace Etiquette

The parks belong to everyone! Help keep parks and facilities clean. All guests are asked to remove garbage and recyclables during each visit.

In the 2021 community survey, 85% of respondents indicated supporting the collection of garbage and recyclables at large outdoor locations as the amount of garbage and recyclables impacts maintenance time, critter control (rodents, raccoons, etc.), park beautification and overall costs.

Thanks for supporting this new initiative.

Rules & Safety

St. Charles Park District strives to offer a pleasant experience for all guests. Rules are established to offer a clean and safe environment for everyone. Please obey all rules to ensure a safe and fun experience while visiting. Each facility website may list additional rules & safety guidelines specific to its services.

• Please follow additional sign instructions throughout each facility.
• St. Charles Park District is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
• Violation of any rules may result in serious injury and/or immediate removal from a park or facility.