Lowell Park
2114 Lowell Park Road, Dixon, IL 61021
Boating
Lowell Park encompasses 240 acres along the Rock River and includes the Ruth Edwards Nature Center, boat launches with Rock River access, fishing, hiking, nature preserve, and more.
Until you have walked through this nature wonderland, will you not appreciate this wonderful gift that was presented to the City of Dixon near the turn of the 19th century. Established in 1907, it has stood through all these years as a place whereby people could relax and enjoy recreation to its fullest and is on the National Register Of Historic Places. It is where a young Ronald Reagan took a summer job as a lifeguard and is reported to have saved 77 people from the river during his tenure.
Along with the Ruth Edwards Nature Center there are rest rooms, parking, boat launches with Rock River access, fishing, hiking, nature preserve, cross country skiing, shelters, grills, playground equipment, and more.
What's happening nearby...
Emotions in Color Art Exhibition at the Next Picture Show
The Next Picture Show • Jun 18 – Jun 21 @ 10AM
This colorful exhibition is in its first year at The Next Picture Show.
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Dixon's Music at the Square Summer Series
John Dixon Park • Jun 20 @ 5:30PM
Enjoy Summer Friday nights in the park listening to music with friends.
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61st Petunia Festival in Dixon
Downtown Dixon • Jul 03 – Jul 06 @ 8:30AM
Petunia Festival 2025 celebrates its 61st anniversary in northwest Illinois with many events, from music to food to art shows! Join us for a blooming good…
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