🌷 Spring Picnic Guide for Lincoln Park! 🍀🍀

🌳 Picnic Rules & Tips ✅ Allowed Areas: Most grassy areas are picnic-friendly! Best spots: ✅ Near North Pond (scenic nature views 🌿). ✅ South Lawn (close to the zoo, great for families 👨👩👧👦). ✅ Lakeside areas (perfect for Lake Michigan views 🌊). ❌ NO picnics in flower beds, sports fields, or inside the zoo. 🍏 Picnic Tables: Some fixed tables available (first-come, first-served!). 🚮 Trash: Use designated bins—keep the park clean! ♻️ 🚻 Restrooms: Public restrooms available (check hours in advance!). 🅿️ Parking: Nearby lots fill up fast on weekends—arrive early or take transit! 🚆 🚫 Prohibited: 🚫 Alcohol (banned unless with special permit 🍷❌). 🚫 Open-flame grilling (use designated BBQ zones only 🔥). 🚫 Disturbing wildlife or damaging plants 🌱🐦. ⚠️ Groups 50+ or setting up tents? Requires a permit from Chicago Park District ! 📝 🧺 Picnic Must-Knows Best Season 🌞: Late spring to early fall (May-Oct), but sunny winter days work too! ❄️☀️ What to Bring 🖼: Picnic blanket, cooler, sunscreen, disposable utensils. 🧴🍴 Nearby Supplies ☕️: Convenience stores & cafés (like near Webster Ave) for last-minute snacks! 🥪🍎 📍 Extra Recommendations 🔖 Post-picnic fun: Visit Lincoln Park Zoo (FREE!) 🦁, Lincoln Park Conservatory 🌸, or bike along the lake! 🚴♀️ 🔖 For grilling: Try Montrose Beach (south side) or Grant Park’s BBQ zones ! 🍖🔥 📌 Check Chicago Park District’s website for updates before heading out! Enjoy your picnic! 🌞 #LincolnParkChicago #WeekendVibes #PicnicSpot #ChicagoLife #SpringOuting #ParkPicnic #SpringInChicago #OutdoorDining #PicnicTime #ChicagoAdventures #UrbanEscape #SpringDay