Lions Park

Lions meet the needs of our communities and the world, ranging from assisting the visually impaired and working with local youth to medical missions and disaster relief.

About Lions Park

Park Address

It is located at 598 Michael Dr. Morris, IL

How to Rent the Pavilion

The Pavilion at Lions Park located at 598 Michael Drive in Morris, Illinois can be reserved for dates between May 1 and October 15. The City Clerk’s office starts taking reservations the first Monday in April each year. To reserve the park for your event go to the Morris Municipal Services Facility (City Hall) 700 N. Division St. Morris, IL. Proceed to the Clerk’s office on the first floor. You will be asked to fill out a request form.

City residents will be charged a $25.00 fee for use of the pavilions. This fee must accompany the application, payable to the City of Morris. (Refundable only if disapproved.)
Non-residents will be charged a $50.00 fee for use of the pavilions. This fee must accompany the application, payable to the City of Morris. (Refundable only if not approved to rent.)

Questions can be directed to the City Clerk’s office at 815-942-4026.

You can also download the form on line by visiting the City of Morris' website HERE!

Learn more about Lions Park

Reasons to Visit Lions Park

The park is well cared for and safe

Rated the best park in Morris

It is a free place to come

The park is almost 10 acres

It is open from dawn until dusk

Under constant improvement

Many regulars visit

The park is cared for by Morris Lions and City of Morris staff

It is a quiet park

Free parking

Equipment

Play equipment for children of all ages

Bathrooms are on sight

We have a Lion shaped Buddy Bench

Handicapped swing

Mom and Me swing

Toddler swings

Pavillion

Seats 50+ easily

Encourage parties, meetings and gatherings

Call to rent in advance (see web page for details)

Electricity is available if you need it

BBQ grills

New picnic tables

Ideal for lunch, coffee groups, school outings, or just hang out

Added Attractions

Little library

Dog friendly and located across the dog park

Nettle Creek runs adjacent

Wild flowers being established

David's memorial bench is set in a beautiful location near the creek

Benches along the trail

There is a lot of open grassy space

Many beautiful trees

Many birds and squirrels and other wildlife

Fishing is allowed on the creek bank

improvements to Lions Park spring 2023

Improvements Include:

New sidewalk around the bathrooms that removes trip hazard and replaces old sidewalk and unsightly bushes around the bathroom area.

New sidewalk around the pavilion and around the new large double BBQ grill.

Spring planting in the sign area.

Some of the spring flowers in the park.

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