- 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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The Illinois Rt 66 Museum is a showcase and celebration of the famous Route 66 highway. Visitors can view thousands of historic items collected over several decades, including memorabilia, antiques and murals, and hear stories from the road's glory days.
39.3 Miles
Used for multi-purposes, Saw Wee Kee Trail provides a beautiful path through the park. This trail is most often used by hikers and BMX bikers, but is also available to horseback riders and cross-country skiers in the winter months.
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Northern Illinois Un, Dekalb, IL 60115
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Consisting of a variety of athletic facilities, Northern Illinois University Athletics is home to many of the university's sport teams. The largest facility, the Huskie Stadium, hosts home football games with over 30,000 seats.
41.2 Miles
Keller's Farmstand is a business that locally grows and sells fruits and vegetables. In addition to selling produce, the farmstand also operates a farm filled with many attractions, including a corn maze, wagon rides, and a petting zoo.
41.4 Miles
Spanning along the Fox River in Oswego, Hudson Crossing Park is home to a number of waterfowl in the summertime. The park features sitting areas, lighted picnic spots, an egret sculpture garden and canoe access.
41.4 Miles
Guests host corporate events, birthday parties, and family nights at Sport Zone Park. The park features an indoor golf course, go-karts, soccer leagues, batting cages, and miniature golf for all to enjoy.
41.7 Miles
Dekalb Park District features a number of parks and facilities. Parks offer a wide range of recreational activities including playgrounds, soccer fields, golf courses, sports complexes' and historic museum flower gardens.
42.0 Miles
Featuring both an indoor and outdoor arena, Gateway Riding Center offers a variety of horse riding lessons for visitors from trained professionals. Visitors can also board their horses at the barn.
42.4 Miles
NIU Convocation Center is a venue for monster trucks, live music, basketball games, conventions, and other entertainment events. The facility can seat 10,000 people and is operated by Northern Illinois University.
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Opened in 1965, the NIU Huskie Stadium is a 30,998 seat multipurpose stadium and home to the NIU Huskies. The stadium features a dual lighting system, a scoreboard with an 11-by-15-foot video display system, and concessions areas.