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Upcoming Programs & Events

20 Jul

Live at the Lake Summer Entertainment Series

The Barefoot Hawaiian at 7p. When the sun goes down, the fire comes out!

21 Jul

Family Campout

The 6th annual event at Prairie Lakes

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Our Facilities

One of the largest and most beautiful waterparks in Northern Illinois, Mystic Waters is a favorite destination for families all summer. Giant water slides, drop slides and cliff dives, a 550-foot lazy river, an expansive leisure pool, Beluga Beach for tots, and the Island Café for lunch, snacks, and ice cream specialties.

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18-hole Adventure Mini-Golf, with an old-time mining town theme; Batting Cages for baseball and softball; Skate & BMX Bike parks. Great for parties, group outings and fundraisers...

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The premier golf practice facility in the Midwest. 80-bay driving range, on the 3 tiers; 1-1/2 acre short game practice area; Chicagoland's only fully lighted 9-hole, par-3 course...

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At the heart of the Park District, Prairie Lakes has a Fitness Center, a full gymnasium, the 298-seat Prairie Lakes Theater, and rooms for fitness and dance classes, party rentals...

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Rent a paddle boat, kayak or fishing boat and enjoy Lake Opeka. Launch your sailboat and join the join the regattas. Learn to sail with our experts.

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A beautiful, sporty 18-hole short course that's great for all skill levels. Leagues and lessons. We have FootGolf! Paddle boats, kayaks, fishing boats, and sailing.

7/20/17: The Golf Center Driving Range and Course remain closed due to flooding. The Short Game Area is open: $7 all day, with in & out privileges. Club Casa, Dream Golf, and Golftec are all open for business as usual.

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