Rochelle Railroad Park

Excellent stop for kids, adults and dogs!

A wide strip of land at the intersection of two major train tracks with plenty of trains to watch. Seems to be a popular local and visitor spot. Wed-Sat a gift shop is open (and bathrooms) during shop hours. Dogs allowed everywhere! Limited shade but a great spot to eat, train watch and move around a bit. There are wide bricks and a grass section between you and the trains. We visited with a dog, 4 year old and 2 year old and it went well.

Amenities: covered pavilion with 4 picnic tables and benches, other uncovered benches with views of the trains, a water pump (hold handle high and wait), grassy areas, a small gazebo with educational signs, a stationary train to view, a stationary engine (partial?) to climb in, parking.

No fee and friendly regulars.

This is a cute little park. A nice, clean place to picnic near the tracks to watch trains. I was there too early in the morning to visit the gift shop.

Very interesting place. Recommend if you love watching trains.