Evergreen Hollow Park
This park is located just a few minutes off interstate Exit 160 on Evergreen Avenue at Maple Street.
This 27-acre park has a variety of activities, including an outdoor swimming complex, a tree walk, a miniature golf course, playground equipment, two large pavilions, baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts and much, much more.
Kluthe Aquatic Complex
Large leisure pool with new water slide and other water play equipment. Full-size lap pool. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Daily from 12:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
Evergreen Tree Walk
Developed by the Effingham Park District, the walk features approximately 85 species of trees indigenous to Illinois. Markers beside the trees list the common and Latin names of each species. The tree walk is a relaxing experience, especially after a long day of travel. 217-342-4415.
Miniature Golf Course
It’s a jungle out there! Try your skill outwitting the wild beasts. After a tough round, enjoy some refreshments at the Purple Hippo. 217-342-2544.
Hendelmeyer Park
1906 S. Fourth St.
18-acre park
• Skate Park (Ramps and Fun Box)
• Picnic area • Pavilion
• 3 Ball diamonds - lighted
• Tennis courts - 4 lighted
• 2 playgrounds
Recreation Center
Adjacent to Hendelmeyer Park.
• 2 meeting rooms
• Kitchen
• 2 gymnasiums
C
ommunity Park
Temple at Engbring, off N. Third
37-acre park
• 4 picnic areas
• 4 pavilions
• 3 playgrounds
• Baseball diamonds - 3 lighted
• Tennis courts - 4 lighted
• Outdoor ice rink
• Outdoor basketball courts
Bliss Park
S. Fifth Street at Clark Avenue
A cozy city block-sized park with large trees and fountain.
• 2 pavilions
• Playground
• Shaded picnic areas
• Outdoor basketball court
Newton Lake Fish & Wildlife Area
East, Rt. 33, Newton. 618-783-3478
A large cooling lake, with 540 acres of shoreline features year-around fishing. Miles of hiking trails. Many picnic areas.
Hidden Springs State Forest
North Rt. 32, about 20 minutes from Effingham. 217-644-3091
A 15,000-acre forest growing native tree species. Trails welcome casual walkers, birders and experienced hikers. Excellent camping sites. Hunting and fishing.
Eagle Creek State Park
N. Rt. 32, W. Rt. 16. 217-756-8260
A 1,463-acre park near Lake Shelbyville. Year-around camping, scenic hiking trails.
Sam Parr State Park
3 miles NE of Newton. 618-783-2661
Park includes a 183-acre fishing lake, 840 huntable acres, horse trails, hiking trails, picnic shelters, and camping.
Wolf Creek State Park
N. Rt. 32, W. Rt. 16. 217-459-2831
A 2,000-acre park on the southeast shore of Lake Shelbyville. Camping, picnicking and deer hunting.
