The park features extensive array of wildlife, including a wide variety of birds, squirrels.

Commonly seen species are White Ibis, (Canadian, African, and Chinese) Geese, Black Swan, Black-bellied Whistling Duck, and Great Egret.

One side of the park contains a marshland with a wooden walkway cutting through it, allowing travelers to get up close with the wildlife.

Two large playgrounds provide a fenced-in area for small children to play, complete with benches and covered tables for their parents.

A two-mile walking and jogging track encircles the park, with three stretching gyms located at intervals around it.

The Loyola Wolf Pack men's and women's cross country teams host home meets in the park.

For bikers and light traffic, the park contains a large road mirroring the inside of the walking track, which is kept smooth and level.

During the event, children's craft activities are provided near the Pavilion Island parking lots, and local school bands perform on stage.