Free & Cheap Things to Do in Crystal Lake, IL

  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
  • The list below includes 323 free or cheap things to do in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Three Oaks Recreation Area to Veteran Acres Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Crystal Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Elgin and Libertyville.
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44.5 Miles
83% 53 votes
Lake 4201 Shabbona Grove Rd., De Kalb, IL 60550 MoreLess Info
With 1,550 acres of prairie 318,8 acres of man-made fishing lake, Shabbona Lake State Park is great for camping and fishing trips.
44.6 Miles
62% 1471 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 MoreLess Info
At the Adler Planetarium, guests will have the chance to gather information, visit a variety of exhibitions, and attend shows that teach visitors about space. The location also features a gift store and a cafe.
44.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Bars 15610 S Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Railsplitter Inn Sports Bar at Pioner Lanes is a bowling center with a full service grill and bar that features 15 taps. The bowling center host leagues and parties and also features an on site pro shop.
44.9 Miles
- 2 votes
Bowling 15610 S Joliet Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a bowling alley offer leagues and host birthday parties at Plainfield Lanes. The bowling alley also features a bar and grill along with an on site pro shop.
45.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 23144 W Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
A 200-acre lake with surrounding habitats comprise the Lake Renwick Preserve - Heron Rookery Nature Preserve. The preserve is home to a wide variety of bird species such as herons and egrets as well as an abundance of plantlife.
45.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
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Az Acres

Horseback Riding 26143 W Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
Open to new riders, Az Acres offers specialized instruction to visitors wishing to learn basic horsemanship skills. Visitors can choose to learn from two different riding styles: English and Western.
45.0 Miles
Recreation Centers 9400 S Oak Park Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 MoreLess Info
Oak Lawn Pavilion is a recreation center that features a wide variety of amenities. The facility has eight volleyball courts, two sand volleyball courts, softball fields, basketball courts,and indoor and outdoor soccer fields.
45.3 Miles
17% 6 votes
Fishing 741 E Renwick Road, Plainfield, IL 60544 MoreLess Info
The Plainfield Fishing Resort is a family owned and operated business that features park benches, picnic tables, restrooms, and swings. The nearby lake is stocked with Large Mouth Bass, Rock Bass, Blue Gill, and Walleye fish.
45.4 Miles
90% 146 votes
Forests W7796 Kettle Moraine Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53190 MoreLess Info
Situated on more than 22,000 acres of glacier created hills, valleys, lakes and woodlands, Kettle Moraine State Forest, has amenities and activities for outdoor lovers of all ages. Abundant camp sites, hiking and biking trails, fishing, and swimming, plan your trip today.
45.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Disc Golf 1 University Parkway, Romeoville, IL 60446 MoreLess Info
Lewis University, DGC is a 9 hole disc golf course with a mix of wooded and open holes. The course also features packed sand tees and good elevation because of a creek.
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