1 / 3Maggie Daley Park Climbing Wall
📍 Chicago Loop, IL
Chicago's first and only outdoor climbing park featuring custom-designed rock structures up to 40 feet high. Best for older kids and teens with helpful staff supervision.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families wanting a unique rock climbing experience in downtown Chicago, particularly suitable for older kids and teens. The location is convenient and staff are excellent, but budget-conscious families should be prepared for higher costs than expected. Great for occasional visits rather than regular climbing.
ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go
💬 What Families Are Saying
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G Reviews from Google
Sarah Carr
2 years ago
“I brought my summer day camp for a field trip and got nothing but race reviews from my staff regarding the staff with the skating and scooters as well as the rock climbing! We will definitely come back next year!! Field trip Bookers this was a great experience for suburban kids to experience a piece of the city!”
Shiloh Rusk
9 years ago
“What a gem of a place to be able to climb walls right in the heart of the city. Very nice staff and knowable. We go weekly when the weather is nice.”
Hans Schmidt
3 years ago
“Super cool place I took my nephews. I’ve been taking them to Maggie Daley Park when they come to the city for years, since it opened, but we’ve never done the Rock Climbing. They loved it. There’s really no time limit and it’s wasn’t busy. And we were there on a weekend! I will say the field house took forever to wait in line and get the gear and sign the release forms etc. But other than that, great experience again at Maggie Daley Park.”
💬 What parents mention
Overview
Maggie Daley Park's Climbing Wall features custom-designed sculptural rocks and boulders with three types of climbing: bouldering, lead-harnessed, and top rope across beginner and advanced walls. The facility offers auto belay sessions, top rope orientation, private belayers, and kids' lessons for ages 4-8, with all climbing equipment included in most packages.
