- TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Utica, Illinois, including 20 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ottawa and La Salle.
- From Grand Bear Falls Indoor Water Park to Matthiessen State Park, the Utica area offers 54 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Water Parks, Theaters and History Museums.
- Utica, IL is situated on the bank of the Illinois River and is home to Starved Rock State Park. Guests can enjoy the amenities and relaxation at resorts such as the Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort while still being able to enjoy the great outdoors with activities including canoeing, fishing, and hiking the many trails.
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For river tours and houseboat adventures, the tourist can always appeal to Starved Rock Adventures' services. Waterfront lodging is also available.
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1255 9th Street, La Salle, IL 61301
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Consisting of several outdoor parks, La Salle Park & Recreation Program Center offer playgrounds, aquatic centers, sports fields, and picnic areas to its community. It also runs a wilderness park that sits on 110 acres of prairie.
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A 10-lane bowling center, LaSalle Family Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center provides event hosting, a pro shop, a pizza restaurant, a sports bar, televisions and an assortment of games.
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Sweet Sadie's is an indoor playspace and children's activity center, located in downtown LaSalle. They have a huge playspace designed for kids from 0-10 with a number of different play "zones".
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754 First Street, La Salle, IL 61301
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With the Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat the tourists can 1 hour rides in a replica of a 1848 canal boat, with the staff dressed in period clothing and telling stories about the historic canal. A visitor's center, a cafe, and a gift shop are in here.
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A community theater with a strong emphasis on cultivating local talent, Stage 212 presents a year-round slate of full-scale productions, one-act plays, and traveling performances. State 212 welcomes auditions for performers and applications from directors.
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Buffalo Rock State Park is a nice lakeside resort which is dotted by wooden docks and cabins. The hiking region is not too long but the surrounding backdrop is fantastic. Two buffaloes on a fence welcome you at the entrance.
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The Illinois Waterway Visitor Center features a museum dedicated to the history of the state's waterway, featuring hands-on exhibits for the children also. Bald eagles can be observed from here.
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A traditional bowling center, Pinheadz Entertainment Center offers open and league bowling along with a full service sports bar and grill. The center also provides volleyball courts, party hosting, live music and video gaming.
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The Lasalle County 4-H Fair Grounds are host to the annual 4-H Fair, which includes a variety of competitions and displays for 4-H Club members. Aside from livestock displays, there are photography and sewing exhibits.