Beaches
Free Beaches in Lake County
There is nothing better than going swimming in the summertime, and there is nothing EVEN better than getting to go swimming for free. I mean, come on, we live in a county named after water, […]
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Little Reviews: Lake Minear Beach {Libertyville}
Tucked away on the east side of Libertyville is truly a hidden gem. Just a few blocks off of the beaten path from downtown Libertyville you will find the magnificent, spring-fed Lake Minear and Beach. […]
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The Best Free Beaches in Lake and McHenry Counties {2017}
Our Guide to The Best Free Beaches in Lake and McHenry Counties {2017} is presented by Bear Paddle Swim School. Their newly-opened facility in Lake in the Hills offers small, year-round swim lessons in their […]
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More Than Swimming: Lake Fun in Lake County
In Lake County we are lucky to have 75 lakes and 25 miles of Lake Michigan shoreline, in addition to countless ponds, streams, and the Fox River. Born and raised in Lake County, I spent […]
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Playground Profile: Jones Island Beach Park {Grayslake}
The park at Jones Island Beach is literally an ISLAND. After you wind your way through the lush Grayslake neighborhoods, you come upon this beautiful island that extends into the north portion of Gray’s Lake. […]
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10 Places to Get Wet in Lake County this Summer
Nothing refreshes on the dog days of summer like a splash, swim or dip. We’ve rounded up 10 places where you can get wet and keep cool this summer. Try a New to You Pool! […]
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Jones Island Beach – New and Improved! {Grayslake}
Hidden away in a residential pocket of Grayslake is Jones Island Park, which provides FREE public access to the eponymous Grays Lake. Recent renovations to the park make it an even better summer fun destination. […]
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Diamond Lake Beach {Mundelein}
I have spent most of my life living in Mundelein. As a child I LOVED going to Diamond Lake Beach which is located on Diamond Lake Road in Mundelein. Some of my earliest childhood memories are of teaching […]
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Little Lake County Splash at Lake Minear ~ Friday, June 5, 2015
*****UPDATE 6/5/15: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED***** No more school! No more books! Little Lake County knows that the best way to kick-off summer is with a day at the beach. So we invite you to […]
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Lake Minear Beach – Libertyville: Membership now open!
Do you love lazy days at the beach, feeling the sand between your toes, watching your little ones splash in calm, clean shallow water, build sand castles or play on nearby swings? Sounds like a […]