LOCATION:  Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park, 1 Lake Front Drive, Zion, IL 

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES:

During the summer season, swimming is a major attraction along the sandy shorelines, and both units provide ample parking and a bathhouse with showers. There are no on-duty lifeguards so please be careful. No one should swim alone!

• Hiking & Biking

• Camping

• Fishing

• Boat Launch & Marina

• Picnic Area

• Showers & Restroom

 

FEES:  FREE! No swimming fees or parking fees

LOCATION:  1000 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

This handicap accessible beach has WiFi and a tropical vibe as the Chicago Park District plants palm trees at this beach every year.

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FEES:   FREE! Parking in the city is never fun... use an app or site like SpotHero.com to help find affordable parking.

LOCATION:  1200 S. Linn White Drive, Chicago, IL

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES:

This beach on Northerly Island Park has narrower sandy beach, but plenty of grass beyond the sand to sprawl out on Lake Michigan's shores. Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium are on the same beach.  Has restrooms.

 

FEES:   FREE! Parking in the city is never fun... use an app or site like SpotHero.com to help find affordable parking.

LOCATION:  3100 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Often referred to 31st Street Beach, Margaret T. Burroughs Beach offers visitors incredible views of the Chicago skyline from the south.  Burroughs Beach sits next to 31st Street Harbor, a new facility that offers 1,000 floating slips for yachts. Adjacent to the harbor, patrons can find an ADA-accessible playground, along with a “green roof” picnic area above an indoor parking garage.

• WiFi

• Concessions

• Restrooms

• Fishing Docks

• Lake Michigan

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FEES:  FREE! Parking in the city is never fun... use an app or site like SpotHero.com to help find affordable parking.

LOCATION:  4611 E. 22nd Road, Leland, IL

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HOURS: Call for reservations DAILY from 10am - 6pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

For parents that like to relax, you'll enjoy our lounge chairs overlooking the lake or laying out on the beach. Young kids will enjoy the moonwalk, slide and making sandcastles on the beach. Whatever type of beach activity you're looking for, you'll find it at Hi-Tide.

• Floating Iceberg Climbing Wall

• Water Trampolines

• Cabins & Campgrounds

• Log Roll

• Balance Balls

 

FEES: Monday - Thursday, $12/person | Friday - Sunday and Holidays, $14/person 

LOCATION:  10214 W. Algonquin Road, Huntley

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HOURS: Monday - Friday: 12pm - 7pm & Saturday - Sunday: Reserved for SEASON PASS HOLDERS ONLY

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Historic Glencoe offers this beautiful area of Lake Michigan beachfront nestled in beautiful homes. Lots of stairs to access the beach, beware, but there is also a ramp to get down.

• Beach House

• Locker Rooms

• Restrooms 

• Spray Ground

• Playground on Beach

• 
  Sun Shelters

• Beach Rentals

• Sand Volleyball

• Lifeguards on Duty

• Scenic Pier 

 

FEES: $24/per person 2 and older, plus processing fee (Season Passes are $72 per person 2 and older)

LOCATION:  5517 Northwest Highway, Crystal Lake, IL 

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HOURS: 10am - 7:30pm DAILY

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DISTANCE:  1 hour from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

The City of Crystal Lake reclaimed the long-abandoned Vulcan Lakes quarry and turned it into an amazing recreation experience. Enjoy pristine waters, natural habitat, and incredible fishing. Personal watercraft is prohibited here.

• Sandy Swim Beach

• Beach Rentals

• Fishing

• Spray Ground

• Lakeside Restaurant

 

FEES: 

$5 for parking  

Guests 16+, $10

Seniors 62+, $6

Youth 4 - 15 years old, $6

Kids 3 and under, FREE

LOCATION:  201 Sea Horse Drive, Waukegan, IL

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HOURS: 6am - 9pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

400-acre lakefront, with a mile-long beach also has the Stiner Pavilion, home to the Waukegan Band Foundation on Tuesday nights and a variety of other concerts and festivals throughout the summer months.

• Sandy Beach

• Fishing

• Weekend Mobile Food Vendors

• Dockside Dining

• Sand Volleyball

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FEES: A parking fee is collected during the summer season on Saturdays, Sundays and federal holidays (Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July and Labor Day) for all vehicles that do not display a current city sticker. 

LOCATION:  200 S Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL

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HOURS: Paulus Park Beach is scheduled to open Memorial Day weekend, May 25, 2024, and close Labor Day weekend, September 2, 2024, with Breezewald Beach to open May 28, 2024, and close August 4, 2024. 

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DISTANCE: 1 hour from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

A popular visitors destination, as well as a favorite gathering spot for local residents featuring a picnic area, playgrounds, beach, athletic field, concert stage and annual events.

• Sandy Beach

• Spray Ground

• Bathrooms

• Picnic Area

• Concert Stage

 

FEES: 

3 and under is FREE

Ages 4+ is $11

Twilight Rate from 5:30pm and later is $6

LOCATION:  Clark Street Beach, Evanston, IL

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DISTANCE:  1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES:  Sandy Beach with grass beyond on Lake Michigan shorelines

 

FEES: $12 per person

LOCATION:  112 Park Street , Wauconda, IL

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HOURS: 11:00am - 7:00pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Bangs Lake is a natural glacial lake located in northeastern Lake County and is considered a popular destination for family recreation in the Chicagoland area.​

• Summer Boat Rides

• Sandy Beach

• Fishing

• Concessions

• Splash Pad

• Showers & Restrooms

• Board Walk

• Inflatable Water Attractions

 

FEES: $10 per person, Seniors (62+) $5, 3 and under are FREE

LOCATION:  801 N Lake Road, Lake Forest

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HOURS: 6:00am - 11:00pm DAILY (Lifeguards on duty 9:30am - 7:00pm DAILY)

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Visitors to our 29 acre park can enjoy the large beach and grass areas. Open year round, park amenities include sheltered pavilions, a fishing pier, boat launching ramp and storage area, walking paths and a concession stand open during the summer months.​

• Sandy Beach

• Lake Michigan waters

• Boat Launch

 

FEES: $25/person ***No onsite parking***

LOCATION:  7318 Harlem Road, Loves Park

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: ​

Enjoy the sun and fun at Rock Cut’s own Olson Beach. Volley ball nets are waiting for you. Just ask for the ball from the concession station. Please be aware that food is prohibited on the beach. We are working hard to have clean environment and the food attracts animals to the beach. We have provided picnic table just outside the beach area for you to take advantage of. We also do not allow smoking on the beach. We do not have lifeguards.

• Sandy Beach

• Sand Volleyball

• Water Sport Rentals

• Concessions

• Restrooms

• Camping

• Hiking Trails 

 

FEES: $5 for anyone over 48"| $2.50 for any under 48"| Free for all kids three years of age and younger

LOCATION:  899 Sheridan Road, Winnetka

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HOURS: 9:00am - 9:00pm Monday - Wednesday, May 25 - September 2, WEATHER PERMITTING

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Tower Road Beach is available for swimming. No boats, paddleboards, kayaks, Jet Skis, or vessels of any kind are allowed. New elevated stairs and platforms were installed to give users a comfortable and unique route through the treetops with views of the lake. ​

• Lifeguards on duty during beach season  

• Restrooms & Showers

• Vending & Concessions

• Sand Volleyball Courts

• Beach Playground 

 

FEES: Non-Resident Non-Passholders ONLY allowed Monday - Wednesday, $22 per person

LOCATION:  200 Marquette Dr, New Buffalo, MI

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DISTANCE: 2 hours from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

New Buffalo’s City's nearly 800ft of sandy beach and Lakefront Parks are located on the North end of Whittaker Street, just across the Galien River Bridge. Animals are NOT allowed on the beach.

• Sandy Beaches

• Kayak + SUP Rentals

• Boat Launch 

 

FEES: Parking ranges from $7.50 - $20 depending on duration of visit 

LOCATION:  101 Broad Street, St. Joseph, MI

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HOURS: Dawn - Dusk DAILY

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DISTANCE: 2 hours 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Silver Beach County Park is located in St. Joseph, Michigan at the mouth of the St. Joseph River. Silver Beach County Park features a clean, wide beach on Lake Michigan and public access to the South Pier. Of the Park’s 2,450 feet of Lake Michigan frontage, approx. 1,600 feet are dedicated for a public swimming area in the summer months

• Sandy Beach

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Accessible Beach

• Concessions 

• Kayak + SUP Rentals

• Lifeguards

• Outdoor Showers & Restrooms

• Pavilions & Picnic Tables

• Sand Volleyball Courts

 

FEES:  FREE admission, but parking rates vary (free street parking to $15 for Silver Beach Parking Lot)

LOCATION:  45 Lakeshore Drive, South Haven, MI

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DISTANCE: 2 hours 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

The North and South Beaches are the largest and most frequently used. Parking fees collected through the "park and pay program" are used to operate the beach cleaner, providing the public with the most beautiful and cleanest beaches in Southwest Michigan.

• Sandy Beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Concessions

• Playground

• Parking Lot

• Sand Volleyball Court

 

FEES:  FREE Admission, $10 daily parking fee per trip

LOCATION:  5301 Lake Street, Bridgman, MI 

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DISTANCE: 2 hours 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Weko Beach Park & Campground has 900 feet of Lake Michigan beach, 43 developed sites, 22 primitive sites, six log camping cabins, bathhouse, restrooms, dump station, swimming, picnic area & playground

• Lake Michigan Shorelines

• Sandy beaches

• Kayak & SUP Rentals

• Boat Launch

• Concessions

• Restrooms

• Beach House available for private celebrations

• Campground

 

FEES:   FREE Admission, but $15 daily parking fee Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day
Except Concert Sundays when parking is free after 6:30 pm

LOCATION:  12032 Red Arrow Highway, Sawyer, MI

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DISTANCE: 2 hours 15 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Warren Dunes State Park provides 1,952 acres of recreational opportunities along the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan in southwestern Michigan. The rugged dune formation rises 260 feet above the lake and offers spectacular views and excellent for hang gliding. The park has three miles of shoreline, six miles of hiking trails and is open year-round.

• Accessible

• Sandy beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Pet-Friendly

• Campgrounds

• Kayak + SUP Rentals

• Concessions

• Restrooms

• Hiking

• Shelters

• Picnic Area

 

FEES:   FREE Admission, but $10 daily parking fee

LOCATION:  812 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva, WI

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HOURS: 9:00am - 6:00pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

The beach is always open.  Daily admission to the beach is enforced in the summertime.  

The beach is open to the public every day of the week. Admission is charged during business hours when Lifeguards are on duty.

• Sandy Beach

• Across the street from several restaurants  

• In historic Downtown Lake Geneva

• Lake Geneva Cruise Line based here

 

FEES: Children 6 and under are FREE

Guests ages 7 and up are $10

Street Parking, $2/hour for 5 hours MAX

LOCATION:  2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI

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HOURS: 6:00am - 9:00pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 2 hours from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

This popular downtown beach has been voted as one of the top ten urban beaches in the nation by USA Today readers.

• Sandy beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Accessible (beach wheelchairs available)

• Restrooms

• Parking

• Hiking

• Sand Volleyball

• Food & Drinks from 'The Dock'

• MooSa's Custard

 

FEES:  FREE!

LOCATION:  5001 4th Avenue, Kenosha, WI

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HOURS:  Sunset - Sunrise, DAILY

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DISTANCE:  1 hour 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

Simmons Island Beach has become more accessible to people with disabilities, with the addition of portable mobility mats on the sand. 

• Sandy Beach

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Accessible

• Hiking & Biking

• Playground

• Picnic Pavilion  

 

FEES:  FREE!

LOCATION:  598 N. Grand Blvd., Gary, IN

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HOURS:  Dawn - Dusk DAILY, Lifeguards on duty from 10:00am - 6:00pm

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DISTANCE:  1 hour 30 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

This 241-acre park offers 1.4 miles of Lake Michigan beaches, inland ponds, tall dunes, and wetlands as well as a lagoon, indigenous oak savanna, and two historic Prairie School structures—the stately Recreation Pavilion built in 1924 and the Gary Bathing Beach Pavilion “Aquatorium” built-in 1922

• Sandy beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline 

 

FEES: $5 Parking Fee for Non-Residents

LOCATION:  6 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN

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HOURS:  5:00am - Midnight, DAILY

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DISTANCE:  2 hours from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

This 140-acre park has 2 miles of pristine beach, the only working public operating lighthouse in Indiana

• Sandy Beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Amphitheater

• Accessible

• Concessions

• Hiking + Biking Trails

• Restrooms

• Boat Launce, Boating & Fishing

• Playground

• Picnic Shelters

• Washington Park Zoo

• Splash Park

 

FEES:  FREE Admission, but $15 per car parking fee

LOCATION:  1600 N. 25 E., Chesterton, IN

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HOURS:  9:00am - 4:00pm DAILY

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DISTANCE: 1 hour 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES: 

• Large sand dunes, located beyond the entire shoreline, have taken thousands of years to form, and tower nearly 200 feet above Lake Michigan.

• Sandy beaches

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Nature Center (open Wednesdays - Sundays, 10am - 4pm)

• Picnic Shelter

• Hiking & Biking Trails

• Fishing

• Dune Climbing

• Campground

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FEES:  FREE Admission, but $9 per car parking fee for non-residents

LOCATION:  One mile north of U.S. Highway 12 on East State Park Road (300E), Beverly Shores, IN

 

HOURS:  6:00am - 11:00pm, DAILY

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DISTANCE:   1 hour 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES:  Hike and bird watch along the Dunes Ridge Trail. Smelt fishing in the spring (no permit required). Pets permitted on a leash (6' or shorter).

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Sandy Beaches | Lake Michigan Shoreline | Restrooms | Parking Lot

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FEE: Parking is $25

LOCATION:  Lake View Beach, Beverly Shores, IN 

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HOURS:  6:00am - 11:00pm, DAILY

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DISTANCE:  1 hour 45 minutes from Tri-Cities

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FEATURES:   

• Walk past five historic homes from the 1933 Century of Progress World's Fair, which are located 1/3 mile to the west along Lake Front Drive.

• Sandy beaches 

• Lake Michigan Shoreline

• Picnic Shelters

• Restrooms

• Parking Lot

 

FEES: Park is $25 per car

LOCATION:  100 Preserve Road, Shabbona, IL 

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 45 minutes

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CAMPSITES:

150 Class A Premium campsites, with 90 campsites available for advanced reservation. Additionally, 60 campsites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Two rent-a-camp cabins are available at the park. The rustic cabins have two rooms and will accommodate a maximum of six people.​

 

OTHER INFO:

One family is allowed per campsite, or four unrelated adults with up to two tents. Campers must be ready to camp upon arrival. The campground may be closed during the spring thaw due to road conditions. Alcohol is prohibited.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Onsite Dining & Concessions Area

• Archery Range

• Bike Trail

• Boat Ramp/Boating

• Canoeing/ Kayaking

• Picnic Area & Shelter

• Drinking Water

• Dump Stations

• Fire Pit/Grills

• Fishing/Hunting 

• Hiking/Walking/Running

• Horseshoe Pits

• Playground

• Volleyball

• Rental Equipment

• Restrooms & Shower Building

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FEES:  $25 - $50

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS: 

• Pubs

• Ice Cream Shop

• Whispering Pines Reindeer Farm 

LOCATION:  Various locations in Shelbyville

 

DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  3 HOURS

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CAMPSITES:

Lake Shelbyville has 5 federal campgrounds and 2 state campgrounds with over 1,000 campsites from tent camping up to full hookup. Some sites have cabin rentals.​

 

OTHER INFO:

There are several recreational areas with picnic areas and pavilions and 2 wildlife management areas. Three public beaches are available for swimming on the lake. The lake also hosts many launching ramps that are available for boats and 3 marinas. Many hiking trails also encompass the lake. Wolf Creek State Park has a horse camp, where you can bring your own horse for riding the trails and camp. On the east side of the dam is the COE Visitor Center with displays on wildlife, the history of the lake, and information about surrounding communities.

 

PARK FEATURES: 

• Accessible Flush Toilets & Showers

• Playground  

• Swimming Beach

• Dump Station

• Boating & Boat Ramp

• Fishing

• Hiking Trails

• Amphitheater

• Grills/Fire Ring

• Electricity Hookup, Full Hookup, Water Hookup, Sewer Hookup

• Some Sites Have Pools

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FEES: $18 - $48

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Eagle Creek 18-Hole Golf Course

• Numerous Restaurants And Pubs

• Goat Tower Farm

• Wolf Creek State Park, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge & Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex

• Wineries

• Shelbyville Family Aquatic Center

LOCATION:  6712 West Pines Road, Mt. Morris, IL

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 1 HOUR 15 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

More than 100 campsites and youth group campgrounds available. White Pines Lodge has modern amenities with 13 one-room cabins, 2 cabins with 4 rooms, and 1 cabin with 2 rooms, for a total of 23 guest rooms.

 

OTHER INFO:

This 385-acre State Park is the south boundary of the historic Chicago-Iowa Trail. Enjoy hiking, fishing, camping and picnicking. With serene, picturesque beauty, and modern lodge facilities amidst a beautiful forest, there is no better place to retreat from the everyday routine. 

 

PARK FEATURES:

• The White Pines Lodge Restaurant 

• Dinner Theater

• Dump Stations

• Fire Pit/Grills

• Fishing/Hunting

• Hiking/Walking

• Historical Area

• Picnic Area/Shelter 

• Playground

• Restrooms/Showers

• Shelters

• Volleyball

• Some Electrical Hookup Sites

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FEES: $10 - $40

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• John Deere Historic Site

• Largest Tree in Illinois

• Some Restaurants & Pubs

• Scenic Overlook

• Oregon Depot Museum

• Sunset Golf Course

LOCATION:  2678 East 873rd Road, Oglesby, IL

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 1 HOUR 30 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

129 Class-A Premium campsites that come equipped with a cement pad for RV or camper, area for tent (allowed up to 2 tents total), picnic table, fire pit with grill grate on top, and electric hook-up. Alcohol is prohibited in the campground.

 

OTHER INFO:

The park's 18 canyons feature vertical walls of moss-covered St. Peter Sandstone formed by glacial meltwater that slice dramatically through tree-covered sandstone bluffs. More than 13 miles of trails allow access to rain fed waterfalls, sandstone overhangs, and spectacular overlooks. 

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Boating/Boat Ramp & Canoeing

• Dining

• Fire Pit/Grills

• Fishing/Hunting

• Hiking/Walking

• Nature Center

• Picnic Area

• Playground

• Rental Equipment

• Restrooms & Showers

• Water Access

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FEES: $25

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Seneca's Oak Ridge Golf Club

• Scenic Overlooks

• Ottawa Historical Museum

• Many Restaurants & Pubs

• Wine Tasting Room

• Breweries

LOCATION: 9683 Palm Road, Chatham, IL 

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  3 HOURS 15 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES: 

Open year-round for camping, we feature 120 full hook-up sites with free Wi-Fi and cable TV included in your stay. Short-term sites are pull-throughs with fully-equipped, modern, safe hookups, including a fire ring and picnic table. Every site in the campground has 30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, and cable TV. Leashed and attended pets are welcome.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Dog Park

• Swimming Pool

• Playground

• Outdoor Checkers

• Walking Trail

• Open Air Game Room

• Route 66 Goofy-Golf

• Shuffleboard

• Basketball

• Horseshoes

• Volleyball

• Ladder Ball

• Connect 4

• Bathrooms & Showers

• Laundry

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FEES:  $62/day

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Springfield Bike Trail System

• Piper Glen Golf Course

• Lincoln Library and Museum

• Illinois State Fairgrounds

• Numerous Restaurants + Pubs

• Wineries

• Waterpark

LOCATION: 32223 N. US Highway 12, Volo, IL

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 1 HOUR ​

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CAMPSITES:

580 seasonal sites occupying the majority of the 113 acre property along with 60 overnight campsites. Campsites feature water, electric, fire ring, and picnic table. Select sites have sewer hook-up.

 

OTHER INFO:

Fish Lake Beach is one of the largest, privately owned campgrounds in Illinois

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Heated Pool

• Kiddie Pool & Hot Tub

• Showers & Toilets

• Concessions

• Lake Watercraft Rentals

• Beach

• Laundry

• Adults Rec Hall

• Playgrounds

• Fishing Pier

• Basketball & Softball

• Event Pavilion & Themed Nights

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FEES: $45 - $78 for campsites, $180 - $215 for rental units

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Volo Museum

• Morraine Hills State Park

• Children's Neighborhood Museum

• Riverside Chocolate Factory

• Jurassic Gardens

• Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  872 E. State Street, Rt 59, Milton, WI

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  1 HOUR 30 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

 4 cabins, and  250 RV + tent camping sites available

 

OTHER INFO:

Tucked into the rolling hills of southern Wisconsin, this family-friendly campground offers grassy, level sites surrounded by blooming gardens and expansive grounds. You'll appreciate the modern facilities that include an 8,000 square-foot clubhouse with a game room, TVs, a meeting room and more! Relax on the two-story pool deck or take a refreshing dip in the heated pool with a waterfall. Play a game of softball, disc golf, sand volleyball or horseshoes at the 4-acre recreation area.

 

PARK FEATURES: 

• 50 Max Amp

• Bathrooms & Showers  

• Wi-Fi

• Pool, Hot Tub/Sauna

• Snack Bar 

• Bike/Pedal Bike Rentals

• KampK9

• Basketball

• Gaga ball

• Game Room

• Golf Cart Rental

• Hiking Trails

• Planned activities on Saturdays

• Playground

• Sand Volleyball  

• Softball

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FEES: $50 - $100

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Milton House Museum

• House on the Rock

• Golf Courses

• Rotary Botanical Gardens

• Numerous Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  S5975 Park Rd, Baraboo, WI 

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES: 

Devil’s Lake State Park has three campgrounds with a total of 423 sites that each accommodate a family (One to six individuals). There are also nine group campsites that can accommodate a total of 240 campers. Group campsites are on the south side. Each campground has different qualities that have made each of them popular with annual campers. There are no campgrounds near or on the shoreline of Devil’s Lake itself. There are sites with and without electricity.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Playground

• Beach

• Shower & Bathroom Buildings 

• Sites for People with Disabilities

• Picnic Area

•  Rock Climbing

• Trails

• Fishing

• Swimming

• Boating/Kayaking

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FEES: $20 - $42

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Devil's Head Resort

• Winery

• Circus World Museum

• Ochsner's Park Zoo

• Some Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  8425 WI-38, Caledonia, WI

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  1 HOUR 45 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

Variety of campsites and a selection of cabins, perfect for the whole family. Stay your way in the comfort of one of our luxury Glamping Cabins, an RV campsite or a traditional tent campsite, the choice is yours. 

 

OTHER INFO:

We have non-stop activities, wet & dry attractions and action all week and weekend long!

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Activity Pool

• Water Slides

• Bear Paw Beach & Adventure Island

• Jumping Pillows

• Arcade

• Mini Golf

• Laser Tag

• Outdoor Theater

• Playgrounds

• Fishing Pond

• Pedal Carts

• Ice Cream & Espresso Bar

• Concessions

• Wi-Fi

• Laundry 

• Bathhouses

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FEES: $45 - $135

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Racine Zoo

• Racine Art Museum

• Riverbend Nature Center

• Lake Michigan Beaches

• Restaurants & Pubs

• Brewery

LOCATION:  1020 Beach Park Lane Sheboygan, Wisconsin

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES: 

The park has a 137-unit family campground, including 52 sites with electrical hookups. Each campsite has a campfire ring and a picnic table and can accommodate a limit of six people or one family (parents and minor children plus two guests). Each site is limited to one wheeled camping unit and two vehicles which must be parked on the paved drive. Off-site parking for additional vehicles is available.

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OTHER INFO:

The campground is open all year. During the warm weather season, showers, flush toilet and laundry facilities are available in the family campground. Campsites do not have water or sewer hookups, but a trailer dump station and a freshwater fill-up station are available in the park. The accessible cabin at Kohler-Andrae has electricity, heat and air conditioning, a stovetop, microwave, refrigerator, two fully automated hospital beds, a Hoyer lift, a full-sized sofa bed, two cots, kitchen table and chairs, a modern bathroom with wheel-in shower and commode chair, screened porch and an outdoor accessible fire ring.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Biking

• Boating/Canoeing 

• Fishing/Hunting

• Hiking

• Picnicking

• Nature Center

• Gift Shop

• Sandy Beach 

• Volleyball

• Playground

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FEES: $38 for admission stickers for out of state plates

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Sheboygan Indian Mound Park

• Quarry Beach Adventure Park

• Sheboygan County Historical Museum

• Railroad Museum

• Botanical Garden

• Some Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  802 E. Jefferson Street, St. Paul, IN

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 4 HOURS 30 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

183 RV Sites and 6 Cabin Rentals. Electric & Water Hookups Available

 

OTHER INFO:

Situated along Flat Rock River, with high Limestone Cliffs, Dream Lake, hills and trees, our Campground is truly Paradise! Hidden Paradise Campground is located on 80 Acres. Truly the water lovers paradise, Hidden Paradise Campground surrounds Dream Lake, offering “Water Fun” in a designated swimming area within the Quarry highlighting a Floating Trampoline with obstacle course. And a series of lounging devices; Along with Swimming of course! Fun for the whole family!

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Kayaks

• Paddle Boats

• Showers & Bathrooms

• Playground

• Hiking Trails

• Volleyball

• Basketball

• Fishing

• Water Park Inflatables

• Cabins

• WiFi

• Dump Station

• Camp Store

• Boat Rentals 

• Swmming

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FEES: Varies, check website for more info

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Grover Center Museum

• The Tower Tree

• Meltzer Woods

• Few Restaurants

LOCATION:  1576 IN-47, Marshall, IN 

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

213 electric (Class A) campsites, 6 of which are wheelchair accessible. Two Youth Group Tent campsites also available.

 

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You'll marvel at the natural geologic wonders of this beautiful park as you hike along its famous trails. Nestled along State Road 47 southwest of Crawfordsville, the park offers the chance to explore deep, sandstone ravines, walk along stands of aged forests, and enjoy the scenic views along Sugar Creek. Make sure to visit the Colonel Richard Lieber Cabin, which commemorates the contributions of the father of Indiana's state park system.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Outdoor Public Pool 

• Electric Hook Ups

• Restrooms & Showers

• Hiking

• Camp Store

• Fire Rings

• Nature Center

• Historic Sites

• Ball Courts

• Canoeing/Kayaking

• Fishing

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FEES: Varies, please see website for more info ​

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Parke County Covered Bridges

• Indiana Birding Trail

• Winery

• Historic Mills

• Raccoon Lake

• Limited Restaurants

LOCATION:  140 LN, 201 Barton Lake, Fremont, IN

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 3 HOURS 30 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES: 

Rustic or electric tent sites available, along with Camper/RV Back-Ins or Pull Throughs with sewer and electric. Cabins and cottages also are available to rent.

 

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Visit a place where family fun is the main attraction and memories are waiting to be made. It’s not just a campground, it’s Jellystone Park!

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Bathhouses

• Laundry

• Cafe

• Convenience Store

• Yogi Bear’s Water Zone, Pools, Waterslides

• Lazer Tag

• Playgrounds 

• Jumping Pillow

• Sand Beach & Lake Swimming

• Outdoor Movies

• Mini-Golf

• Pedal Carts

• Scheduled Events & Theme Days 

• Pet-Friendly

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FEES: Varies, please see website for more info

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Laralyn Castle

• Mid-American Windmill Museum

•  Marsh Lake Wetlands

• Bella Vista Golf Course

• Several Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  2882 NW Shafer Dr, Monticello, IN 

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES: 3 HOURS ​

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CAMPSITES:

Camping Cabins, Deluxe Cabins and RV Sites ideal for large RVs, fifth wheels, pop-ups and tents.

 

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Enjoy camping at this KOA located within the Indiana Beach Amusement Resort and just steps away from central Indiana's beautiful Lake Shafer. Make the most of every minute with a boat ramp, swimming pool, splash pad, mini golf, basketball court, fishing, three playgrounds and more. In season, check out Indiana Beach Amusement Park. Enjoy free transportation to the amusement park by trolley. Minutes away in Monticello, explore antique shops, wineries and restaurants.

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Bathrooms & Showers

• Wi-Fi

• Pool

• Fishing

• Mini Golf

• Tour Shuttle

• KampK9

• Basketball

• Discount & transportation to Indiana Beach

• Game Center

• Golf Carts

• Playground

• Splash Pad

• Weekend Activities

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FEE: Varies, check website for more info

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Indiana Beach Amusement & Water Park

• Golf Course & Resorts

• France Park Waterfall

• Altherr Nature Park

• Wineries

• Restaurants & Pubs

LOCATION:  39397 M-140, Covert, MI

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  2 HOURS 45 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES:

RV options along with  campgrounds, rustic cabins, or Deluxe Cabins to enjoy all the comforts of home. We also offer tent sites with & without electricity. All of the tent sites are located near our shared Camping Kitchen so you have plenty of space to whip up a great meal.

 

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This is your basecamp to SIX Lake Michigan beaches & is conveniently located near South Haven, St. Joseph, Saugatuck, and Holland. The local area boasts quaint downtown shopping, antiquing along country roads, a 34-mile bike trail, more than a dozen wineries and microbreweries, casinos, farmers' markets, a kid's museum, marinas, championship golf courses, horseback riding, lighthouses, and dune rides..

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Wi-Fi

• Cable TV

• Laundry & Bathhouses

• Pool

• Snack Bar

• Kamping Kitchen

• Fishing & Hiking

• Bike Rentals

• KampK9

• Activity Center

• Arcade Games

• Barrel Train

• Basketball

• Carpetball

• Coffee Bar

• Dog Park

• Gagaball

• Jumping Pillow

• Playground

• Splash Pad

• Trampoline Basketball

• U-Pick Blueberries

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FEES:  Varies, check website for more info

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NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Van Buren State Park  

• Van Buren Historical Museum 

• Blueberry Patches

• Michigan Maritime Museum

• Sarett Nature Center

• Silver Beach & Carousel

• South Haven & St. Joseph Downtown Shopping

• Numerous Wineries & Breweries

• Ample Dining Opportunities

• Bike Trails

LOCATION:  11500, 11590 Red Arrow Hwy, Sawyer, MI

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DISTANCE FROM TRI-CITIES:  2 HOURS 15 MINUTES​

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CAMPSITES: 

The modern/dune campground has 185 campsites (all with electric hookups), 24 rustic sites and 3 mini-cabins (fees vary). Dry RV “Beach” camping is also available during the summer months in a parking lot adjacent to the water.

 

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Warren Dunes State Park provides 1,952 acres of recreational opportunities along the beautiful shore of Lake Michigan in southwestern Michigan. The rugged dune formation rises 260 feet above the lake and offers spectacular views and is excellent for hang gliding. The park has three miles of shoreline, six miles of hiking trails and is open year-round. Pet-friendly shoreline. 

 

PARK FEATURES:

• Electrical Hookups

• Bathrooms & Hot Showers

• BBQ Grills

• Camp Store

• Concession Stand

• Fire Pit  

• Ice

• Pets OK

• Rentals

• Beach Access

• Biking

• Boating &Canoeing

• Cross Country Skiing

• Fishing/Hiking/Hunting

• Playground 

• Sand Dunes 

• Sledding

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FEES:  Varies, check website for more info 

 

 NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:

• Captain Mike's Fun Park

• Fernwood Botanical Gardens

• The Beach Bucket Ice Cream

• U-Pick Fruit Farms

• Silver Beach & Carousel

• St. Joseph Downtown Shopping 

• Numerous Wineries & Breweries

• Ample Dining 

• Bike Trails