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Part of the Des Plaines River preservation system, the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site is a 52 acre preserve and former iron manufacturing facility site. The preserve offers a 0.59 mile interpretive trail and the 10.81 mile Centennial Trail.
33.2 Miles
Featuring multiple trails, Pilcher Park is suitable for hiking and biking, has wooded areas and spots for picnics and is home to wildlife such as birds and deer. The park has a nature center with animals like turtles and snakes.
33.2 Miles
Many forget Indiana is located on the south shores of Lake Michigan, but one of the state's highlights is its beautiful dunes, towering 200 feet above the lake. Visit Indiana Dunes State Park, where beaches are wide and swimming is welcome. Concession stands, restrooms, picnic areas, campgrounds and lifeguards …
33.2 Miles
The Indiana Ballet Theater provides an experience of culture and art through their professional ballet stage performances. The theater produces full length classic ballets including Peter Pan, Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty and more.
33.3 Miles
Available for parties and large group events, Sports Zone Park offers a variety of activity packages, including mini-golf, go-karts, an indoor driving range, soccer, and batting cages. Food and drinks are available as well.
33.3 Miles
One of two Stardust Bowl locations, Stardust Bowl No 2 offers open bowling as well as league and tournament play. The alley offers loyalty programs, and hosts birthday parties, corporate events, and other gatherings.
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Home of the Kane County Cougars, the Fifth Third Bank Ballpark in Geneva, Illinois plays host to Minor League Play. Class A game acitivity is regularly featured at the site.
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With Fox Valley Ice Arena, visitors can participate in adult hockey leagues or join a hockey class at in a NHL regulation sized rink. In addition to hockey, the arena has dance studios for ballet classes.
33.4 Miles
The Kane County Cougars are a minor league baseball team that is an affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Cougars host birthday parties and other special group outings and events at the ballpark.
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The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is the home of the world's second largest particle accelerator, with a circumference of 3.9 miles. The tour will take the visitors through several physics labs, as well as through the Lederman Science Center, which features hands-on exhibits.