Some of the clearest waters you'll see in Illinois. So much fun to kayak in and around the lake. It…read moregets up to 100 feet deep! That and the clarity can give you some really pretty views inside the lake. Not the best for fishing which is kinda a bummer. Roomer has it there's some good walleye here though. Overall such a beautiful lake and do recommend. mildly busy and there are kayak rentals available if you don't have your own

We had a 12:00pm appointment. The 2 very kind workers that were there were unfortunately unable to…read moreunlock the doors to give us the kayaks that we reserved. They were on time but their manager/supervisor was bringing them a key. Unfortunately for us, their manager didn't arrive until 1:45 almost 2 hours after our scheduled appointment time. The 2 workers were very apologetic with us responding it's not their fault. We would like to say to the management, do better!! How dare you have people wait for your slow behinds!! it was extremely hot and very inconveniencing to your patrons. And to make matters worse we didn't even get offered a discount for our inconvenience!! If offered a discount it would have at Least showed you had some professionalism but alas you didn't. Had you shown just an ounce of professionalism I would have possibly considered giving you another try. I wouldn't recommend Whalon Lake Kayak rental to my dog. Sincerely, Very hot and disappointed patron

This is a clean, open, and easy place for a hike. It's not particularly woodsie but the lakes are…read morelovely. Paved path. Clean bathrooms. Plenty of parking. Covered picnic area. Easy access from Butterfield & Route 53. Enter on Route 53, across from Walmart and McDonalds. There are few trees to buffer the wind, so dress warmly. Lots of dogs on the trail today. Watch your step, as not every dog-owner tidies up after their dog, but the trail is mostly clear of droppings.

Hidden lake forest preserve is truly a hidden gem. Located in Downers Grove. It was a nice sunny…read moreSunday to just get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather. It was a nice escape getaway from the city life. An ideal and nice place to relax and collet your inner thoughts. While walking along the trails everyone was so friendly and welcoming. It was a breath of fresh air to be out in nature. A perfect place to jog,kayak, fish, hike, have a picnic or just come and take a scroll. Not crowded and everyone social distances themselves. I came across a few people walking with their dogs. All dogs MUST be on a lease. Really enjoyed the scenery and the water from the river and lake was calming and peaceful.

I took my daughter there for a new fishing spot. The park district ranger was so helpful and…read moreinformative. They are very kid-friendly and thoughtful. The area is well-maintained.

Hidden Lakes really got run downed. All the lakes are over grown & dirty. You can't even fish…read morethere. A real shame!

Nice little lake in the neighborhood A couple of people…read morewere fishing, walking dogs, kids on scooters, joggers, and a few shaded areas just to relax. It's not necessarily a place to go out of your way to find but if you live in the area, it's s nice spot, for a walk, jog, or picnic.

Is it a park, or is it a pond? Google, Apple Maps and others seem to disagree. But what it is, is a…read morelovely place for a picnic or a stroll. My wife and I came here with the dogs a couple weeks ago for a picnic dinner. We walked along the pond and found a shady spot where we camped out to enjoy our meal. This seems like one of those hidden gem parks you hear about. The folks who live on this street are lucky because the view is incredible. I can definitely see us wandering back here again and again.

the pond is not very deep and my son and i were hurt when entering the water. didn't appreciate…read morethis because my son's health is very important...

Well maintained. Not too crowded…read more Challenging enough on a bike for me. Beautiful and well maintained trails that are well marked. Love it. If you're out of shape this place can whip you back into shape if you let it.

Waterfall Glen is a beautiful display of nature. Trails offer a robust adventure. Two parking lots,…read moreone off of Cass Avenue and the other off of Lemont Road.

Very nice and peaceful park with plenty of benches to sit and relax. There's a trail around the…read morepond and a playground. I've also seen people do some fishing and have actually caught fish. Watch out for the geese and their turds!

Patriot's Park is a picturesque recreational area on 55th Street. It is a place to relax and gaze…read moreat the tranquil pond and possibly take a stroll around the trail. For those planning a visit, there is a medium-sized parking lot near the small playground area. It is a lovely place to visit. However, those hoping to play sports will be disappointed. There are no basketball courts, baseball fields, tennis courts, or other sporty amusements.

Currently on senior tour group with Deb and Jenny. We are 50 seniors aged over 65 and multiple…read morepersonalities. Both of our hosts have gone beyond exceptional help. Weather was not the greatest and they smiled through it all. They have kept us busy and provided an experience with great stops and food choices were surpassed. Hotel rooms overlook Lake Huron with fully furnished balconies. We still have one more day tomorrow. I could have never done this trip without them and i have met some wonderful friends. Thank you for having such great people who plans these wonderful trips and working hard to keep costs affordable. I just wanted you to know your seniors are so lucky. Thank you so much

I have attended a lot of events at the Lisle Sr Center for many years. Everyone has worked very…read morehard to make this a great place for seniors. I do miss having our own bus to travel to various events. Perhaps in the near future we will once again have our own bus and continue to take mini trips.

Oak Brook Park District has won national rewards for servicing the community. I joined when the…read morepandemic lockdown ended. They took down the posters re: fitness room etiquette a few years ago. So, now members listen to there programs & talk on the phone all the time. My purpose is to exercise while I listen to music or a podcast, read a book. Hard to do with the noise from their phones.

This review isn't about amenities--it's about safety and accountability…read more There has been a longstanding, repeated issue involving a member who has engaged in inappropriate and harassing behavior toward underaged lifeguards over multiple years. According to staff reports and community awareness, these concerns have been raised more than once and are not new. What's deeply troubling is the pattern of response. Instead of a permanent resolution, the approach has reportedly been temporary suspensions followed by reinstatement--after which similar concerns continue to surface. If accurate, that is not a meaningful safeguard but rather a cycle. When an organization is aware of repeated allegations involving minors and continues to allow the same individual back into that environment, it raises serious questions about judgment, oversight, and priorities. At a minimum, it suggests a failure to put adequate protections in place for staff. This is not about one incident--it is now a repeated pattern with clear evidence that the executive director and board do not care about the safety of the young women they employ. Anyone considering employment here, or parents with kids working here, should be asking very direct questions about how harassment is addressed and what protections actually exist in practice. The parl district's mandated sexual harassment training for their staff while doing nothing to protect them from harassment from their precious paying members. Until there is clear accountability and transparency, this is a concern the community should take seriously.

A nice park with the plenty of play items....items that spin, items for climbing, sliding,…read morebalancing, and imaginative play. My son enjoyed many of these features of the park! They have a porta potty, which is good they have something? Wish it were a regular bathroom.

A mom-of-two's (a toddler and preschooler) straight-forward review -…read more Pros: 1) The section on Plainfield Road is meant for young toddlers. To name a few items, there is a sandbox, rocking boat, lemonade stand, small slides, firetruck with pull-up bar, and merry-go-around. 2) The other section is situated along Clarendon Hills Road and it is for older children. It is a large playground with steep slides, tall monkey bars, corkscrew climbers, rock climbing wall, swing sets, and spiralizing ladders. Even though this section is meant for older children, there is a small section for young toddlers that has short slides and ladybug and bumblebee rides. 3) There are plenty of parking for both sections and the both parking lots are close to the playgrounds. 4) There are tennis courts nearby which works out perfectly for our preschooler to have a small tennis session with her daddy before going to the playgrounds. Cons: 1) Both playgrounds can get crowded on the weekends. However, it is close to the library. On a hot, summery day, it is easy to just go across the street and freshen up at the library.