Lake Ellyn Park 2013 Master Plan

3. the vision
b. Plan elements
The master plan identifies an interrelated set of elements to
help serve all of the various uses and programs anticipated
in the park. All of these elements are intended to be
implemented or developed consistent with the project
Goals and Objectives, which will help improve and sustain
the park over time:
1. Trails and access
The existing system of trails and walking paths is
enhanced in the master plan with a hierarchy of trails. As
part of the design approach, trail surfaces are kept to a
minimum surface area, and are proposed to be (primarily)
permeable, high-performance pavements.
be similar and would be slightly higher maintenance costs
over time.
A series of smaller walks and footpaths have been
articulated on the plan to allow for concentrated foot
traffic to minimize impact to tree root zones while still
providing a comfortable, pleasant walking experience to
and from picnic areas and the playground. These path
sections are proposed to be 3’ to 5’ (three feet to five feet)
in width, constructed of permeable, unit paver system of
neutral (medium) color(s).
The primary park trail extends north from the park
entrance at Hawthorne Blvd. past the boathouse up to the
crosswalk on Essex Road. This trail is shifted slightly to
the west to bring it up further on the grade, just outside
of the flood prone area. This will not only help from a
use and maintenance standpoint, but will also allow for
a better vantage of the lake for patrons that stroll and sit
along this path. This path is proposed to be 8’ (eight feet)
in width to accommodate a range of use, including service
and maintenance equipment to minimize the need to
drive over turf areas. It is proposed to be constructed of a
permeable unit paver system of medium neutral color(s).
A secondary trail circles the entire park. This includes a
slight realignment and improvement of the existing path
along the east, north and south sides of the lake, and a new
path that parallels Lenox Road and Essex Road. This path
will provide a complete park loop as well as connections
to most of the other park entrances. This will help
improve safety and accessibility for park patrons. These
path sections are proposed to be 5’ (five feet) in width,
constructed of permeable, unit paver system of neutral
(medium) color(s). An option for the portion of the path
loop around the lake is a crushed stone path with pave
edge to provide a softer surface for joggers; the cost would
Path hierarchy graphic
34 Glen Ellyn Park District