Lux is Love + Outfitter Grand Opening – Friday May 22nd 5-8pm
Celebrate with Friends of Big Marsh and Lux Listenings DJs the GRAND OPENING of The Outfitter bike rental and the Concession. ...
14 May, 2026
Natural Area and Bike Park
Big Marsh Park is a Chicago Park District park, located on the Southeast Side of Chicago
Big Marsh Park is 300 acres of natural area, including eco-recreational opportunities, such as birding, hiking, and a bike park featuring mountain bike single-track trails, pump tracks, and paved bike paths. Big Marsh Park is managed by the Chicago Park District and supported by Friends of Big Marsh, a 501(c)(3) organization.
Trail Status
Bike Rental
Big Marsh Outfitter
The Friends of Big Marsh outfitter has everything you need to explore Big Marsh Park, including bike rentals, merchandise, and snacks.
Ford Calument Environmental Center
Visitors can learn more about the Calumet Region’s rich cultural and natural history by paying a visit to the new Ford Calumet Environmental Center (FCEC). The center offers a variety of public programs for all ages to enjoy, as well as classroom spaces open to school and community groups.
News & Events
Click the links below to learn more about what is happening at the park
Spring Reset at Steelworkers Park
The Spring Re-Set at Steelworkers Park is a community driven event where members of the affinity climbing groups that use the park and wall come together to design and “set” a total of 17 new clim...
09 April, 2026
Friends of Big Marsh Is Hiring!
We have a very exciting year planned. Between new amazing trails opening, bike workshops, an expanded race calendar, a series of wellness activities, and new rental bikes; Friends of Big Marsh will re...
03 April, 2026
Your Support Will Make Magic On The Southeast Side
We want to take the Big Marsh experience to the next level and new heights… literally. We are embarking on a mission to complete the original vision by expanding the experiences and developing new trails on the “Big Hill”.