Scott Park

• Established in 1891-1901 as “East Side Park”
• Acres: 3.9
• Donors: Thomas G. Wood James R. & Lou Emma Scott
• Grants: In 2008: $375,000 IDNR OSLAD development grant

Scott Park Amenities:

• Natural Area
• Scott Park Path: .2 miles
• “Startled” sculpture by Timothy Summerville

Native Prairie

Scott Park is also home to a small, restored prairie area. This prairie area, like those at Heritage Park, Porter Park, and Sunset Ridge Park, is kept healthy through the use of careful prescribed burns.