Grand Pointe Trails

The Neighborhood: Far Southeast, Aurora

Far Southeast sits in Will County near Joliet and Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie. Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie provides wide grasslands, birding, and marked trails. Pilcher Park Nature Center offers ponds, shelters, and walking routes for families. Silver Cross Field hosts baseball games and community events. Rialto Square Theatre stages concerts and performances for local audiences. Raging Waves Waterpark attracts visitors with slides and pools in summer. A.J. Hudson's Brewing Company serves food and craft beer near the downtown core. Harrah's Joliet Casino draws people for gaming and dining options. Restaurants like McDonald's and Subway provide quick meals across this district. Local pubs and taverns supply evening social spots for neighbors. Metra serves the area at Joliet station and connects commuters to Chicago. Amtrak also stops at Joliet Union Station for longer distance travel. Pace buses run local routes across this district for short trips. Des Plaines River offers canoeing and riverside green space. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 40 to 44 years old and households with 2 people make up the largest part of the local population.