Nelson Park

Parks & Playgrounds in Decatur, Illinois

4.5 (1,109)

Category	Parks & Playgrounds · Tourist attraction
Address	2475 E Pavilion Dr, Decatur, IL 62521
Area	Decatur, Illinois
Phone	(217) 422-5911
Google rating	4.5 (1,109)

Hours

Monday	6 am–10 pm
Tuesday	6 am–10 pm
Wednesday	6 am–10 pm
Thursday	6 am–10 pm
Friday	6 am–10 pm
Saturday	6 am–10 pm
Sunday	6 am–10 pm

About Nelson Park

Located at 2475 E Pavilion Dr, Decatur, IL 62521, Nelson Park operates as a park serving Decatur in Illinois. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Google also lists it under tourist attraction, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

In Decatur, recreation centers and parks are busiest after work and on Saturday mornings, while athletic clubs are quiet mid-day. Membership contracts across Illinois vary widely, so ask about initiation fees, freezes and cancellation terms before signing, and about whether court time is included or booked separately. Personal trainers who specialize in tennis fitness usually work out of a club or a park; a short trial session is normal before committing to a package.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. The most common schedule is 6 am–10 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is (217) 422-5911. Many businesses also reply to text messages on the same number if it is a cell phone. More information is available on its website, decatur-parks.org.

Customers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 1,109 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded parks & playgrounds in Decatur.

Decatur is in Illinois, in the Midwest, where summers are warm, winters are cold and snowy, and most errands are done by car; businesses keep steady year-round hours with the usual holiday changes. Getting around Decatur is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Illinois's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Jessie Beach a month ago

Small water park but not bad friendly staff a bit crowded but the last hour was awesome hardly anyone there. Overall its a good place to get wet and enjoy a high dive at 10ft a smaller lazy river and lounge chairs in the wayer!

Mack Amorn 2 years ago

Nice lakefront park. Great place for a stroll around the lake. We had lots of fun flying kites by the lake. We went in March on a sunny day and it wasn't busy at all

Luis L 5 years ago

I really like the outdoor exercise equipment they have set up here. It’s called the Decatur Memorial Hospital Fitness Station, so I’m guessing it was DMH that paid for this. Unlike at Fairview Park, this fitness station is set up far away from a kids playground. There have often been kids around when I’ve been to the adult workout equipment at Fairview, and while kids are fine, I’d prefer for them to play on the kids’ equipment and let me workout. There’s a huge variety of outdoor equipment. Pull up/chin up bars, parallel bars, and loads of other things. I also like the platforms of varying heights, which I use to do step-ups. The park district here does a pretty good job as far as I can tell.

T RS 5 years ago

On contrary to the expectations, the lakeshore adjacent to the park, didn't seem to be active at the time of our visit, on a national holiday! A small walking trail, benches and a Pavilion but mostly covered with ducks and their reliefs! Maintenance could be better ! The memorial for the 9/11 twin tower is very patriotic and commendable. Kudos to the artist! The private boating activities were kind of busy ! The Ambitheater seemed impressive though !

Jaramaine Taylor 8 years ago

Have not lived here in 21 years. As part of my vacation going around to all my childhood places. My walk was so peaceful and good to see changes to the park. Amphitheater coming along great.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nelson Park located?

Nelson Park is at 2475 E Pavilion Dr, Decatur, IL 62521, in Decatur, Illinois. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Nelson Park?

Nelson Park is listed as a park and is also tagged on Google as tourist attraction.

What are the hours of Nelson Park?

Published hours are Monday: 6 am–10 pm; Tuesday: 6 am–10 pm; Wednesday: 6 am–10 pm; Thursday: 6 am–10 pm; Friday: 6 am–10 pm; Saturday: 6 am–10 pm; Sunday: 6 am–10 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Nelson Park open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 6 am–10 pm.

What is the phone number of Nelson Park?

You can call Nelson Park at (217) 422-5911.

How is Nelson Park rated on Google?

Nelson Park has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,109 reviews.

Does Nelson Park have a website?

Yes, the website of Nelson Park is decatur-parks.org (linked on this page).