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Drone Rules for Lincoln Park

Chicago, Illinois (IL) • United States
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL, USA
Lat: 41.9255 • Lng: -87.6488
Ground Not allowed Last updated: May 30, 2026
Summary
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Lincoln Park on Chicago's North Side prohibits all drone operations under Chicago Municipal Code. The park sits along Lake Michigan under O'Hare Class B airspace and includes the Lincoln Park Zoo with open-air animal exhibits.

Drone Rules - Lincoln Park (Chicago)

All drone operations are prohibited in Lincoln Park under Chicago Municipal Code 10-36-440 and Illinois state law HB 4001.

Airspace / Site Context

  • Chicago O'Hare (KORD) Class B outer ring extends over North Side Chicago
  • Chicago Executive Airport (KPWK) Class D lies ~15 miles NW
  • Lake Michigan coastline adjacent to the park; over-water drone flights still require LAANC
  • Lincoln Park Zoo has open gorilla, lion, and large mammal habitats sensitive to drone noise

Key Rules

  • Chicago Municipal Code 10-36-440 prohibits all UAS in city parks
  • Gorillas at Lincoln Park Zoo are known to react aggressively to drone sounds
  • Illinois HB 4001 independently prohibits UAS over public areas and sporting events
  • Chicago Police Aviation Unit enforces drone ban; drones confiscated on sight

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