Coronavirus: St. Charles Parks And Trails Open, Amenities Close

ST. CHARLES, IL — The Saint Charles Park District announced several park amenity closures through April 7 in an effort to follow Governor J.B. Pritzker's Stay at Home Order. According to a post on the St. Charles Park District Facebook page, City parks and trails will stay open daily from dawn to dusk, as the governor's order specifically states people may leave their home to engage in outdoor activity at public parks and open outdoor recreation areas for walking, hiking, running or biking if they comply with social distancing requirements. However, playgrounds must be closed.

The following St. Charles park amenities will be closed through April 7:

• Boat launch
• Disc golf
• Dog parks
• Playgrounds
• Skate parks
• Outdoor fitness stations
• Outdoor restrooms

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The park district asks residents to please monitor your health for your well being and be respectful of its potential impacts to others, and to please not visit a park if you have been sick or aren't feeling well.

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"If you visit a park, please follow the Leave No Trace principles and help keep the parks free of garbage," the park district said. "This will help eliminate the need for additional maintenance crews during this already challenging time".

Thank you for your cooperation. For continued updates, visit stcparks.org/covid-19-update/.