LAKE COUNTY, IL – As summer temperatures climb across Lake County, splash pads remain one of the easiest and most popular ways for families to cool off.
From large interactive spraygrounds to smaller neighborhood parks, Lake County offers plenty of free and low-cost options for kids to stay active all season long.
Here are some of the best splash pads to visit this summer:
One of the largest splash pads in the region, featuring dozens of water jets, fountains, and shaded seating areas.
Open: May 29 – Aug. 30
Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $5 for children and adults, $3 for seniors (62 years old and older) and $3 for twilight time (5:30 to 7 p.m.)
More info is available here:
A popular downtown park district splash pad designed for younger children, featuring multiple spray features and adjacent playground and park amenities.
Address: 250 Library Lane
Open: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Hours: Typically 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily
Cost: Free
More info is available here:
A large park district sprayground with interactive water features, sand play area, and playground access.
Address: 1401 N. Midlothian Road
Open: May 24 to Sept. 7
Hours: Typically 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The sprayground, as of May 27, was closed due to mechanical issues.
Cost: $2 for residents and $7 for non-residents
More info is available here: https://www.mundeleinparks.org/aquatics/spray-park/
A scenic lakefront splash pad with water play features, beach access, picnic areas, and open green space.
Address: 200 S. Rand Road
Open: Memorial Day through Labor Day
Hours: Typically 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily (weather dependent)
Cost: Free
More info is available here:
A relaxed lakefront spray area combining seasonal water features with beach access and open park space.
Address: 71 Nippersink Boulevard
Open: Open for the season on May 22
Hours: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. daily (weather permitting)
Cost: Free
More info is available here: https://www.foxlake.org/460/Lakefront-Park
The splash pad featuring multiple fountains, water dumping-beehives a manual spin sprinkler and rotating turtle and frog sprayers. The park also features picnic tables and a pavilion, an archaeological sand dig, disc golf course, and paved walking and biking trails.
Address: 600 Independence Boulevard
Open: Late May – Labor Day (seasonal)
Hours: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 to 8 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 2 to 6 p.m. on Friday and 12 to 6 p.m. on Saturday.
Cost: Free
More info is available here: https://www.lindenhurstparks.org/parks/beach-splash-pad-information/.
A smaller neighborhood-style splash pad ideal for younger children and low-key summer outings.
Address: 1555 W. Kennedy Road, Lake Forest
Open: Open May 25 for the summer season
Hours: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
More info is available here:
A large aquatic playground featuring six slides and interactive water structures.
Address: 416 S. Lewis Avenue
Open: Open for the summer season on May 24
Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday and 12 to 7 p.m. on weekdays
Cost: Resident/nonresident fees apply (typically $5 to $13 range depending on age/residential status)
More info is available here:
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