Formally known as the Edwin Watts Southwind Park , the state-of-the-art Southwind Park is a beautiful 80-acre recreational space that is celebrated for being a model of inclusivity. The park’s architects and designers paid special attention to making the park enjoyable for individuals with cognitive or physical needs, making the park a national standard for public space accessibility. Visitors to Southwind Park can enjoy 2.5 miles of trails, great for leisurely walks or easy jogs, as well as the use of shuffleboards and bocce balls. There is a Treeless Treehouse to be climbed and enjoyed, as well as a bass fishing lake right outside Southwind’s Erin’s Pavilion. At the Selvaggio Historic Arches, visitors can also enjoy regular music and light shows.

4965 S 2nd Street, Springfield, Illinois 62703, Phone: 217-585-2941

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