- TripBuzz found 713 things to do with kids in or near Carol Stream, Illinois, including 702 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Skokie, Glenview, Oak Park and West Chicago.
- From Xtreme Trampolines to Coral Cove Water Park, the Carol Stream area offers 110 different types of family activities, including: Recreation Centers, Skating Rinks, Trampoline Parks and Water Parks.
- Carol Stream was not officially founded until the 1950s. The young age of the city did not restrict population growth and overall size of Carol Stream since it is only 20 miles northeast from Aurora and 40 miles west of Chicago. To keep with the idea of a strong community and public recreation, most of the attractions in the city revolve around the 36 local parks.
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Located along the Fox River, the Fabyan Forest Preserve is a nature preserve popular among fishers and joggers. Visitors to the preserve also enjoy many historical sites within the preserve, including the Fabyan Villa Museum and the Fabyan Windmill.
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1685 W Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
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The Hoffman Estates Park District hosts an array of events and programs for the local community. Activities include skating, various sports leagues for children and for adults, and health and fitness programs.
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Route 59 & Golf Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60120
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Visitors can enjoy walking, jogging, rollerblading, and biking on a 8.9 mile paved loop trail at Poplar Creek Forest Preserve. The western portion of the preserve features unpaved secluded hiking trails through woodlands and prairies.
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Featuring a pond, Vogelei Park has a gazebo overlooking the water which can be used for fishing or viewing wildlife. The park is suitable for picnics and walking and has a playground, splash pad and rose garden.
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A full scale ice rink, the Downer's Grove Ice Arena offers open skating hours, lessons in figure skating and basic ice skating, and a hockey program with a variety of leagues.
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The Triphahn Center is a community center and ice arena that features two NHL sized ice surfaces, a fitness center, an indoor track, and a dance studio. The center is home to the Chicago Wolves hockey team.
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Centennial Beach is a former quarry that was turned into a public swimming facility in 1931. For over 80 years, families have enjoyed swimming, picnicking, paddle-boating, and fishing at this unique community facility.
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Climb to the top of the 14-story tall Millennium Carillion and you can experience the wondrous musical bells and a breath-taking view of Naperville and beyond. Visitors also enjoy concerts from the lawns surrounding the tower.
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Features of Wilder Park include tennis courts, horseshoe pits, a group picnic area and formal gardens. Playground equipment includes a pyramid cargo net climber, sure to be a hit among children.
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Reiterating the pioneer and early settlement period, the Naper Settlement covers 12 acres and hosts special events, such as weddings, and different interactive educational programs, for both adults and children.