Adventure Falls Update!
Thu August 31, 2023

GRAND OPENING SPRING OF 2024
As part of the McCollum Park Improvement Project, Adventure Falls will provide recreation opportunities for visitors of all ages! A phased opening of new and renovated amenities at Adventure Falls began in July.
ADVENTURE FALLS PHASED OPENING SCHEDULE
Perimeter Pathway
Now open!
- Resurfaced and widened asphalt perimeter pathway completed
- Coming this fall: Seal coating plus center striping and graphics to indicate lane usage for pedestrians and bicycles
Tennis/Pickleball Courts
Now open! Daily from 7:30AM to 10PM
Presented by Community Bank of Downers Grove

- Sport Court Features:
- New energy-efficient LED lighting with push button controls (court lights will automatically turn off at 10pm)
- 8 dedicated pickleball courts
- 3 dedicated tennis courts plus 3 tennis courts which can be converted for an additional 8 temporary pickleball courts
- Please note: Park District programs and lessons take priority over open play on the tennis/pickleball courts. View the lesson schedule for unavailable courts
The support and enthusiasm received by the community regarding the recently opened tennis and pickleball courts at McCollum Park has been incredible. We hope that these courts will help meet the needs of the tennis and pickleball communities for years to come.
Over the last several weeks, the Park District has received welcomed feedback from tennis/pickleball players and residents neighboring McCollum Park. We thank the community for their support and patience as we continue to evaluate usage patterns, needs and suggestions of all users to make adjustments. Our team is working hard to complete the finishing touches on the courts in addition to implementing new changes as quickly as possible.
Unfortunately, the new courts have already experienced vandalism. To report vandalism, please contact the Downers Grove Police Department at the non-emergency number at 630.434.5600.
Coming soon
- Replacement nets for the pickleball and tennis courts that were recently vandalized (on order)
- Wind screens on the court fencing (on order; Fall 2023)
- To assist with identifying wind direction, a new flagpole with lighting will be installed at the south end of the playground, within view of the pickleball courts (Fall 2023)
- Flipping the competitive and recreational pickleball courts so that the competitive court is on the south end (to be implemented once signage arrives)
- Directional signage and court labels (September 2023)
- Surveillance cameras (2023)
- Permanent benches outside the tennis/pickleball courts (Fall 2023)
Visitors may bring
- Chairs into the tennis/pickleball courts for waiting and viewing
- Portable pickleball nets for use on the center courts
Sprayground, Mini Golf & Plaza
GRAND OPENING SPRING OF 2024
Due to construction delays and unforeseen circumstances, we are anticipating an opening of the Adventure Falls Sprayground and Mini Golf area in spring of 2024. Thank you for your patience as we work with our contractor to complete this portion of the project as quickly as possible.
Presented by Jackson Family Dentistry

- Sprayground features:
- Sprayground with three splash areas (tots, families and teens)
- Abundant seating and shade
- Picnic pavilion
- Shower rooms
- Renovated plaza area with picnic tables and benches
- Rebranded miniature golf course (formerly Miner Mike's Adventure Golf)
