Need a cool spot to watch fall colors? Try the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool

Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool: A Hidden Gem for Fall Colors

Public park spaces like the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, where Chicagoans can pause to catch a breath and experience some of nature's beauty, are well worth preserving and protecting.

The glorious Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, one of the city’s finest public gardens, has reopened after a much-needed two-year rehabilitation, its first significant rehab in 25 years.

Designed by Alfred Caldwell and built 86 years ago, the 3-acre park resembles a prairie landscape, featuring trees, greenery, assorted flowers, rock formations, a waterfall, and a pool.

As the fall colors slowly creep in, there are few better park spaces in the city to observe the change than this beauty spot.

Located at 125 W, the Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool is a must-visit spot to watch the fall colors.

Author's summary: Reopened Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool is a great spot to watch fall colors.

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WBEZ WBEZ — 2025-10-12