Illinois winters get very cold, especially in the Northern half of the state. Luckily there are a few indoor waterpark options to keep your family busy until during the cold Midwest winters.
Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge is a perfect place for a weather proof family vacation! Family fun awaits when you visit this water park just outside of Chicago! The Great Wolf Lodge has a wide variety of attractions for families of all ages! Great Wolf Lodge is located at 1700 Nations Dr, in Gurnee, Illinois. For more information or to make a reservation, click here.
Grand Bear Resort in Utica
Discover a magical family getaway just beyond the glow of Chicago at Starved Rock’s own Grand Bear Resort. Nestled in this gorgeous natural area of Illinois, Grand Bear Resort offers an oasis of relaxation and adventure – a destination where water-park fun meets nature! A truly unforgettable place to unwind, play, meet, dine and explore with family and friends. Grand Bear Resort is an oasis of relaxation and adventure where water park fun meets natural wonder! Featuring 24,000 sq.ft. indoor water-park, mini-golf, arcade, 4 cafe/restaurant/bars, banquet hall & party suites just steps from Starved Rock State Park. Grand Bear Resort is located at 2643 IL-178, North in Utica, Illinois. For more information, click here.
Pirate’s Cay Indoor Water Park in Sheridan
A Quiet Escape Surrounded by Rolling Hills. After fast-paced, big-city sightseeing in Chicago, families might want a vacation after their vacation. Savvy Midwesterners know there’s a serene, all-in-one retreat just 90 minutes away. In the rolling hills along the Fox River, near beautiful Starved Rock State Park, outdoor entertainment and indoor surprises await, including: Horseback Riding, Indoor Water-park, onsite watersport rentals, and golf course. Fox River Resort is located at 2558 N 3650rd Rd, in Sheridan, Illinois. For more information, click here.
, Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park in Bolingbrook
Pelican Harbor Indoor/Outdoor Aquatic Park is Bolingbrook’s year-round place for family fun. Pelican Harbor has something for every swimmer, no matter the age or ability. You can celebrate your birthday, have a group outing, or learn to swim right here at Pelican Harbor. Pelican Harbor is located at 200 Lindsey Lane in Bolingbrook, Illinois. For more information, click here.
