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Gouwens is the newest addition to the park system. Located along the
south bank of the Little Calumet River on the eastern end of town, its 27 acres
are designed
for multiple activities. The complex includes 2 lighted softball fields, 1 lighted Little
League field, and 1 lighted major league size hardball field. All fields are irrigated. This park also includes 4 lighted tennis courts, 1 small pavilion and 1 large group
pavilion, 2 playgrounds, a lighted in-line skate rink, a 7 acre wetland nature area with
board walk overlook, a canoe launch into the Little Calumet River, and a 3 mile paved bike
path connected to 2 other parks. In the park are permanent and portable toilets, a full
service concession/maintenance building, and parking. In addition to local groups using
the ballfields, several universities have hosted games as well as tournaments on the
well-manicured fields. This park is conveniently accessible to I-94.
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