I feel so lucky to have this amazing park in my backyard. It is a perk within a series of parks and trails that are difficult to match. The original park was built in the 1990s by community volunteers. The new park that replaced it, while not as cool and unique, did apple the perpetual bee problem and is pretty amazing too. I walk by it every day and it always has people there though not always crowded. From my experience it dries out quickly after a rain but people still shy away so that is the best time to go if yo I want it all to yourself. Bring a small towel to wipe off a swing and you are good to go. The engineering of the ground material is amazing and drain unbelievably fast. My friend was in town from Iowa and is a City Administrator out there was shocked at the material the ground is made up of in the entire playground. It is “state of the art and extremely expensive.”

Lots of activities for the kids, also shaded places to rest at.

The kids castle is a really awesome playground inside of Deerpath Park. The highlight is definitely the titular castle, which is three stories tall with slides on each level, but there's also a merry-go-round, seesaw, a slew of swings (with different accessibility options), and two other playground structures aimed at a younger crowd. The ground is all recycled rubber, so it's soft to fall on. My only real complaint is that parking is a ways away from the park, like a quarter mile or so, next to the tennis courts. Definitely something to be aware of IMHO.

I remember this park when it was made out of wood. It was a great spot to go play freeze tag or to do parkour before it was cool and also great hiding spots. Now the park has definitely modernized the ground is a soft rubbery and It’s still has a kids castle theme. Hi now enjoy bringing my family here when we are around the area they have nice bathroom that is set up next to the park which is a new. It used to be that you have to walk a mile to go to the bathroom so this definitely helps out. It also connects to other parks it’s a great spot to just go do a nice walk or if anything bring a basket and some food to make a picnic.

Took a 40min drive to check out this playground/park, it was so beautiful and well taken care of! They provide a nice path to go bicycle riding or riding a scooter. A few ponds in the area & lots of beautiful trees. The playground was well kept and I love that it's turf and not sand or wood chips haha. Parent win, am I right? I will definitely come back! Next time I'll bring my son's bike with:) OH and I did see two police officers on bikes patrolling the area- which I absolutely loved! Made me feel so much safer with my little one there.

It's beautiful park. One of the best park in Vernon hills. Kids have fun here. Recommended for biking, jogging, sports etc.

Great park for kids ages 1-12yrs Lots of places to sit in and out of the shade. Water fountains, bathrooms, walking trail. Parking is a small distance from the actual park.

Great modern kids playground. Something for anyone ages 1-11. Has a bathroom and water fountain as well.

Had a good time with family!

My car was robbed and keyed being here for less then 30 min. Are there camera

Very interesting playground with lots of activities. Can be very crowded when the weather is good.

Areas for toddlers and older children with different skill levels. Lots of fun for 4 year old and other ages

Great place for little kids. Has a big fence that keeps them from straying and plenty inside to jeep them busy. Very clean park as well.

Perfect park for kids 3yrs and older!

Super clean and very friendly place to be. Everyone is super nice and gets along well as we let our kids play.

Been here since 1997, this is a gem of a kids playground. Close to water fountains, bathrooms and benches, your children will have lots of fun climbing up the castle and sliding down the slides, swinging and enjoying the afternoon.