Pretty of CU, Meadowbrook Park in Urbana. Photo by James Kyung

The CU area has its fair share of parks, but my favorite has to be Meadowbrook Park. Located east of Lincoln off Windsor Road, the park is a nice retreat away from crowded Campustown.

I first visited Meadowbrook last spring when I participated in my roommate’s 5K fundraiser. The jogging path is scattered with various sculptures from local artists, which are sure to provide a welcome distraction to a tough workout.

I’ve since moved to Champaign and don’t get out to Meadowbrook as much as I’d like, but I think a picnic at Meadowbrook should be next on my summer to-do list.