Beaches

If you plan on spending many family days at the beach this summer, here are four of the best kid-friendly beaches Illinois has to offer.

Pearl Lake in South Beloit, Illinois has been closed to the public since 2019, but now the new owner is welcoming the public back for the first time in 4 years.

If you love to swim or scuba dive, you have to check out Wazee Lake in Wisconsin this summer!

Looking for affordable and challenging fun on the water?

Your family has to check out the Northern Lights Drone Show running 3 times a week this summer at Bear Paw Beach in Wisconsin!

This hidden gem sits on Kettle Moraine Lake and offers all sorts of fun.

Grab your towel and sunscreen because beach season is officially kicking off in Illinois.

I know it's the middle of April but I've already got my eye on chilling on a beach somewhere, anywhere.

If you want to feel like you're in the tropics this summer without actually traveling there, check out Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Due to a road construction project, Olson Beach at Rock Cut State Park will remain closed through the Fall of 2022.