Walton Island Park — Attraction in Elgin

We went to Waltons Island a couple weeks ago when we saw a Sat. morning music meet up. It was a fun excursion, the island was really nice - I remember it from back in the 80's when there were MANY homeless people living on the island. It is greatly improved in 30+ years - minimal garbage, yes there were some homeless people in one section/ they kept to themselves. The ones we saw close enough to speak to us were friendly, nobody asked for money or a handout. This was a fun place to take a walk and after the music meet up, we took a nice stroll to Al's Creamery and had a delicious lunch. Thoroughly enjoyed returning to the island after so many years and seeing the city has made an effort to improve it. Its...

This review comes from the eye/opinion of a wedding photographer, so I have slightly different take on Walton Park Island--in a good way. :)

If you're having your wedding in Elgin--at either The Haight or The Highland Loft Event Venue for example--Walton Park is a gorgeous location to get portrait shots of the bride and groom.

From the bridges connecting the island to mainland, to the gorgeous backgrounds provided by the surrounding community, Walton provides a secluded getaway in the middle of Elgin's city center.

Take advantage of Walton in either Summer, when the foliage is at full peak, or Fall, as the color change, and you're sure to get pictures you'll cherish your...

This place can be hit or miss. Sometimes I am left alone, sometimes not. Once there was a droid that hovered 20 feet above me for 5 minutes. If not for privacy intrusions- I would rate it a 5. It has great view of Hemmens, Gail Borden Library, and the Chicago Tower. You are surrounded by the river, a couple of pedestrian bridges, lots of native plants and waterfowl. Lots of great photo ops here . There are stone, wood and metal benches, ample grass and steps to sit or spread a blanket on. Lots fish here. It is nice because people let me play maracas and do yoga here...