- TripBuzz found 354 things to do with kids in or near Crystal Lake, Illinois, including 342 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Buffalo Grove, Gurnee, St. Charles and Arlington Heights.
- From Metro Bowl to Main Beach, the Crystal Lake area offers 109 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Bowling, Rock Climbing and Trampoline Parks.
- Located forty-five miles outside of Chicago is the city of Crystal Lake. Named for the nearby lake, the city is a popular tourist destination for water sports and outdoor recreation such as fishing, camping and hiking. The city is also home to over 40 parks, offering many sports fields, picnic areas and walking trails, as well a historic district with walking tours of local mansions and structures.
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A spacious field, Ben Diamond Park provides for an array of outdoor activities including tennis, basketball and a playground for younger kids to enjoy. There is also a special, designated area for picnics, grilling and large gatherings.
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Specializing in classic plays and dramas, Gallery Theater offers the community a venue to watch performing arts productions. During the holiday season, the theater runs an annual Christmas themed play.
25.5 Miles
The Geneva Lake Shore Path is a 21 mile trail that allows hikers to walk in the backyards of century old mansions in the area. There are two booklets available in local stores that outline two different do -it-yourself walking tours.
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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.
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Somme Prairie Nature Preserve is a 90 acre nature preserve populated by savanna, prairie, woodland, and ephemeral ponds. The preserve is a natural habitat to hundreds of rare plant and animal species. Guided tours are available on request.
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The DuPage Training Academy is a full-featured training center for boys and girls interested in developing skills to play softball and baseball. In addition to these summer sports, the academy also offers winter coaching in basketball as well.
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Easton Park is a natural park that is home to a pond, a fountain, shrubbery, and a paved parking area. The park is home to a variety of wildlife including geese, frogs, and small varieties of fish.
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Prince Crossing Rd & Geneva Road, West Chicago, IL 60185
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The Timber Ridge Forest Preserve is a nature preserve that is open 7 days a week and spans a total distance of 1,163-acres of land. The forest has a visitor center that offers educational programs, agricultural activities, and domestic activities.
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527 Main Street, West Chicago, IL 60185
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Dating back to 1917, the West Chicago Historical Society-Kruse House Museum is a fully furnished historic home with all period furnishings and a variety of exhibits about local and railroad history.
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Visitors can explore an outdoor history and nature museum that spans 143 acres across diverse prairie grove land at The Grove. The Grove features a variety of native plants, animals and nature trails, and offers workshops and hands-on programs.