Don’t just stand there – go get wet and cool down this summer! Here’s a list of the water fun areas in Chicago’s suburbs.
For more summer fun on the water, see these posts:
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Alphabetical by town
Family Aquatic Center (Addison Park District)
Addison: 630-833-0100 www.addisonparks.org
120 E. Oak St.
Phillips Park Family Aquatic Center (Fox Valley Park District)
Aurora: 630-851-8686 www.phillipsparkaquatics.info
828 Montgomery Rd.
Splash Country Water Park (Fox Valley Park District)
Aurora: 630-906-7981 www.splashcountry.info
195 S. Barnes Rd.
Bartlett Aquatic Center (Bartlett Park District)
Bartlett: 630-372-7665 bartlettparks.org/bartlett-aquatic-center
620 W. Stearns Rd.
Harold Hall Quarry Beach (Batavia Park District)
Batavia: 630-879-5235 www.bataviaparks.org
400 S. Water St.
Bensenville Water Park and Splash Pad
Bensenville: 630-766-7015 www.bvilleparks.org/parks-facilities/bensenville-water-park/
1100 W. Wood St. The Water Park offers a new splash pad aquatic play area, zero-depth entry pool, a 155-foot water slide, a diving well with diving board and drop slides and a children’s water play area with sprinklers. There are also large sand and grass areas, a volleyball court, concession stand, picnic area, and a playground.
Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park (Bolingbrook Park District)
Bolingbrook: 630-739-1705 www.bolingbrookparks.org
200 S. Lindsey Ln. Huge interactive play area, lap and zero-depth pools, spa, parties and more. Check out our video online to see what a blast Pelican Harbor can be!
Green Lake Family Aquatic Center (Forest Preserves of Cook County)
Calumet City: 708-862-1927 https://fpdcc.com
1100 River Oaks Dr.
Coral Cove Water Park (Carol Stream Park District)
Carol Stream: 630-784-6310 www.coralcovewaterpark.com
849 W. Lies Road. Lies & County Farm Rd. New spray n’ play water playground, 15-ft climbing wall, new toddler slide, the tallest water slides in DuPage County, dive pool and drop slide, new dry playground, five star life-guard safety rating, Rocco Vino’s poolside café, splashtastic birthday parties, special events. Open June-Sept., 11am-8pm Mon-Sat: 11:30am-7:pm Sun.
Dolphin Cove Family Aquatic Center (Dundee Township Park District)
Carpentersville: 847-836-7946 https://www.dtpd.org/aquatics/dolphin-cove-family-aquatic-center/
300 N. Kennedy Drive (Route 68 & 25).
Magic Waters Waterpark
Cherry Valley: 800-373-1679 www.magicwaterswaterpark.com
7820 CherryVale North Blvd. (Interstate 90 and Highway 20).
Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center (Des Plaines Park District)
Des Plaines: 847-391-5740 www.dpparks.org/ParksandFacilities/MysticWatersFamilyAquaticCenter.aspx
2025 Miner St. One of Northwest Illinois’ most beautiful water parks. Two 37-ft slides, drop slides & cliff dives, 550-ft. lazy river, zero-depth leisure pool, fountains, jet sprays and the Island Café. Birthdays, parties, group outings! Closest Metra stop: Des Plaines
Rainbow Falls Water Park (Elk Grove Park District)
Elk Grove Village: 847-228-2860 www.elkgroveparks.org/Rainbow_Falls
200 Rev. Morrison Blvd. Open May-Aug, Tropical paradise of excitement. Zero-depth leisure pool, vortex pool, tot pool, tube ride, 4 giant body slides, 3 story funhouse and more! Enjoy a meal at the hide-a-away café or have your picnic in coconut or mango grove.
Forest Park Aquatic Center (Park District of Forest Park)
Forest Park: 708-366-7500 www.forestparkaquaticcenter.org
7501 Harrison St.
Sunset Pool (Geneva Park District)
Geneva: 630-232-4542 www.genevaparks.org
710 Western Ave.
Flick Outdoor Aquatic Center (Glenview Park District)
Glenview: 847-724-3337 www.glenviewparks.org
3600 Glenview Rd.
Roosevelt Outdoor Aquatic Center (Glenview Park District)
Glenview: 847-724-3337 www.glenviewparks.org
2239 Fir St.
Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center (Gurnee Park District)
Gurnee: 847-599-3780 www.gurneeparkdistrict.com/aquatics
1529 Hunt Club Rd.
Key Lime Cove Water Resort
Gurnee: 224-656-8685 www.keylimecove.com
1700 Nations Dr.
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Park
Gurnee: 847-249-4636 www.sixflags.com
1 Great America Pkwy.
Seafari Springs Aquatic Center (Hanover Park District)
Hanover Park: 630-830-0300 www.hpparks.org
1919 Walnut Ave.
Hidden Creek Aqua Park (Park District of Highland Park)
Highland Park: 847-433-3170 www.pdhp.org
1220 Fredrickson Pl.
JCYS Lillian L. Lutz Recreation Center
Highland Park: 847-432-6355 www.jcys.org/thelillianrec
1195 Half Day Rd.
Adventure Bay Water Park (Memorial Park District)
Hillside: 708-547-3900 x4 www.mempark.org
Wolf Rd., 2 blocks north of Butterfield Rd.
Stingray Bay (Huntley Park District)
Huntley: 847-669-3180 www.huntleyparks.org/parks-facilities/stingray-bay/
12015 Mill St.
Caribbean Paradise Waterpark (Itasca Park District)
Itasca: 630-773-2257 www.itasca.com/waterpark
100 S. Catalpa. Enjoy an 8-lane lap pool with zero depth entry, vortex and more! A 5,000 sq. ft. zero-depth pool with waterslides, fountains and in 2013, four new interactive toddler pieces. Separate diving and slide pool. Hours: M-F, 9:30a-12p, 1-5p, evening hours vary. Sat/Sun 1130a-6:30p. Closest Metra stop: Itasca
Sea Lion Aquatic Park (Lisle Park District)
Lisle: 630-964-3410 x2 www.lisleparkdistrict.org
1825 Short St. Discover a nationally recognized and award-winning Aquatic Park the whole family can enjoy! With two 50’ body flume slides, a vortex pool, splash playground, sand and kiddie water play area, teen pool and more. There is something fun for everyone! Birthday parties and pool rentals are available. Please visit our website for hours and fees.
Paradise Bay Water Park (Lombard Park District)
Lombard: 630-627-6127 www.lombardparks.com
437 E. St. Charles, Rd.
Cermak Family Aquatic Center (Forest Preserves of Cook County)
Lyons: 708-447-0715 http://fpdcc.com/recreation/aquatic-centers/
7600 W. Ogden Ave.
Big Surf Wave Pool (Mount Prospect Park District)
Mount Prospect: 847-253-SURF http://mppd.org/facility/big-surf
411 South Maple.
Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center (Mundelein Park District)
Mundelein: 847-566-8661 www.mundeleinparks.org
1461 N. Midlothian Rd.
Oasis Fun Center (Niles Park District)
Niles: 847-967-6648 www.niles-parks.org
7877 North Milwaukee Ave.
Centennial Beach (Naperville Park District)
Naperville: 630-848-5000 www.centennialbeach.org
500 W. Jackson Ave. Experience one of Naperville’s most unique and historic facilities! This recently renovated venue features a large swimming area with zero-depth entry, a sand beach, the Centennial Grill, family changing rooms, deck-level restrooms and much more.
Northbrook Sports Center Pool
Northbrook: 847-897-6196 www.nbparks.org/
730 Pfingsten Rd.
Civic Center Aquatic Park (Oswegoland Park District)
Oswego: 630-554-1010 www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/parks-facilities/aquatics/
5 Ashland Ave. A great place to party and play with a flume waterslide, two drop slides, zero depth pool, play fountains, sand play area and more.
Prairie Point Splash Pad (Oswegoland Park District)
4120 Plainfield Rd, Oswego. www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/parks-facilities/aquatics/splash-pad/
With 17 spray and play features, this park is sure to be a busy place all summer long, offering a refreshing reprieve on hot days. The Splash Pad is free to use. Be sure to bring your towel!
Family Aquatic Center (Palatine Park District)
Palatine: 847-991-1700 www.palatineparkdistrict.com
340 East Palatine Road and Northwest Highway.
Park Ridge Park District
Park Ridge: 847-692-5129 www.prparks.org
100 Western Ave. Dive in! OUtdoo4r pools in Park Ridge are splash-tastic! Hinkley, South Park Wading Pool, Centennial Wading Pool and the new Centennial Pool Complex. Grand re-opening of Centennial Pool Complex coming this summer. Closest Metra stop: Dee Road
Lions Park Pool at Gary Morava Center (Prospect Heights Park District)
Prospect Heights: 847-394-2848 www.phparkdist.org
110 West Camp McDonald Rd.
Coco Key Indoor Water Resort
Rockford: 815-398-6000 www.cocokeyrockford.com
7801 E. State St.
Atcher Island Water Park
Schaumburg: 847-985-2135 www.parkfun.com
730 S. Springinsguth Rd.
WaterWorks (Schaumburg Park District)
Schaumburg: 847-490-2505 www.parkfun.com
505 N. Springinsguth Rd. Jump in and experience our three water slides, rapid water channel, water playground, diving pool, lap pool, whirlpool & more.
Otter Cove Aquatic Park (St. Charles Park District)
St. Charles: 630-513-4377 www.ottercove.org
3615 Campson Hills Rd.
White Water Canyon Water Park
Tinley Park: 708-342-4200 www.tinleyparkdistrict.org
8221 W. 171st St.
Ty Warner Park Spray Park (Westmont Park District)
Westmont: 630-969-8080 www.westmontparks.org
801 Blackhawk Dr.
Rice Pool & Water Park (Wheaton Park District)
Wheaton: 630-653-8884 www.wheatonparkdistrict.com
1777 S. Blanchard St.
Northside Family Aquatic Center (Wheaton Park District)
Wheaton: 630-653-3345 www.wheatonparkdistrict.com
1509 N. West St.
Wheeling Aquatic Center (Wheeling Park District)
Wheeling: 847-465-3333 www.wheelingparkdistrict.com
327 West Dundee Rd.
Centennial Family Aquatics Center (Wilmette Park District)
Wilmette: 847-256-9680 www.wilmettepark.org
2300 Old Glenview Rd.
Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park
Woodridge: 630-985-5620 www.cypresscove.org
8301 North Janes Ave.
Raging Waves Water Park
Yorkville: 630-882-6575 www.ragingwaves.com
4000 N. Bridge St.
Out of State Water Parks
Indiana
Indiana Beach Amusement Resort
Lake Shafer, Monticello, IN: 574-583-4141 www.indianbeach.com
5224 E. Indiana Beach Rd.
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari
Santa Claus, IN: 812-937-4401 or 877-463-2645 www.holidayworld.com
452 E. Christmas Blvd.
Iowa
Grand Harbor Resort & Waterpark
Dubuque, IA: 563-690-4000 www.grandharborresort.com
350 Bell St.
Michigan
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
Boyne Falls, MI: 800-462-6963 www.avalanchebay.com
1 Boyne Mountain Rd.
Zehnder’s Splash Village
Frankenmuth, MI: 800-863-7999 www.zehnders.com
730 S. Main St.
Double JJ Ranch
Rothbury, MI: 877-734-4573 www.doublejj–com
5900 Water Rd.
Minnesota
Water Park of America
Bloomington, MN: www.waterparkofamerica.com
1700 American Blvd E..
Missouri
Castle Rock Resort and Waterpark
Branson, MO: 417-336-6000 www.castlerockbranson.com
3001 Green Mountain Dr.
Ohio
Kings Island Amusement & Waterpark
Mason, OH: 513-754-5700 www.visitkingsisland.com
6300 Kings Island Dr.
Zoombezi Bay
Powell, OH: 800-666-5397 www.zoombezibay.com
4800 W. Powell Rd.
Cedar Point Amusement and Soak City Waterpark
Sandusky. OH: 419-627-2350 www.cedarpoint.com
One Cedar Point Dr.
Kalahari Resort & Waterpark
Sandusky, OH: 877-525-2427 www.kalahariresorts.com
7000 Kalahari Dr.
Wisconsin
Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark
Lake Geneva, WI: 866-636-4502 www.timberridgeresort.com
7020 Grand Geneva Way.
Breaker Bay at Blue Harbor Resort
Sheboygan, WI: 866-701-BLUE (2583) www.blueharborresort.com
725 Blue Harbor Dr.
Chula Vista Resort
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 608-254-8366 www.chulavistaresort.com
2501 River Rd.
Great Wolf Lodge
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 800-559-9653 www.greatwolf.com
1400 Great Wolf Rd.
Noah’s Ark Water Park
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 608-254-6351 www.noahsarkwaterpark.com
1410 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy.
Kalahari Resort
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 608-254-5466 www.kalahariresorts.com/wisconsin
1305 Kalahari Dr.
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 800-800-4997 www.mtolympuspark.com
1881 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy.
Wilderness Territory
Wisconsin Dells, WI: 800-867-9453 www.wildernessresort.com
511 E. Adams St..