Quiet chill parks, perfect for a book reading or picnic or a stroll to clear your head! They are close to transit but also feel tucked away from the traffic of the city.

The Chicago Women's Park is truly a local gem and such a pretty spot for an evening stroll or a chill reading spot. I always try to job through it if I'm on a run in the neighborhood.

Cotton Tail is a larger open area that is tucked away in a super secluded part of town but its super close to the loop. I walk through cotton tail to get to printer's row (under the Roosevelt bridge) to avoid the noise of state street. The park is great for playing catch, throwing Frisbees or having a larger picnic with a group.