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Wolf Lake Memorial Park

The Hammond Port Authority
701 Casino Center Drive Hammond, IN 46320
219.659-7678

WELCOME TO FORSYTHE PARK

This park is situated on the northwest end of Wolf Lake. Local residents enjoy the ball fields, picnic areas and natural beauty. The patch of wildflowers, located near the ball fields - the only understory in the park - provides special protection for migratory birds and has become a favorite for bird watching.

The Hammond Port Authority Mission Statement

The Hammond Port Authority provides maximum public recreational access to Lake Michigan waters, Wolf Lake waters, George Lake waters, Lost Marsh Golf Course, Forsythe Park, Wolf Lake Memorial Park, for all who come by land or by sea, striving towards the highest quality of professional Port Authority management for customers and citizens while promoting economic development for the city of Hammond.

Picnic Charges	Resident	Non-Resident
Permit Fees	No Charge	$20.00
Shelter/Gazebo Fee	$20.00	$100.00
Clean Up Fee	$15.00	$15.00

To reserve park shelter, fee must be paid and application completed. Applications
can be completed at Hammond Port Authority - 701 Casino Center Drive, Hammond
Further Inquires 219-659-7678

DIRECTIONS TO HAMMOND FORSYTHE PARK

From Chicago - take Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94) south to the Indiana Toll road (Chicago Skyway I-90) south. Stay in the local lanes, because the exit is a 63rd St. Take the skyway approximately 8 miles to the Indianapolis/106th Street exit. Exit and go straight ahead about 1 mile to the Calumet Avenue. Turn right on Calumet Avenue and go approximately 1 mile to 119th St. Turn right and follow straight through to Forsythe Park.

From Western Suburbs - Take I-80 east toward Indiana. Just past the Illinois/Indiana border is the Calumet Avenue exit. Take Calumet Avenue North. Go approximately 7 miles to 119th St. Turn left and follow straight through to the park.

From the East - Take I-90 west to Calumet Avenue. Go north on Calumet Avenue approximately 3 miles 119th St. Turn left and follow straight through to the park.