Chain O' Lakes Guidebook
Fun in the Sun!
Marinas, Parks, Beaches, Places to go to enjoy the lake and outdoors
(boat launch/rental) - a 10 minute walk away from our Woodbine home, the Thirsty Turtle offers the option to launch your boat or rent one to cruise around Channel Lake.
Turtle Beach Water Rentals
42273 N Woodbine Ave(boat launch/rental) - a 10 minute walk away from our Woodbine home, the Thirsty Turtle offers the option to launch your boat or rent one to cruise around Channel Lake.
a 10 minute drive from our Woodbine home, the Chain O’ Lakes state park has plenty to offer. From daytime picnics, to nature walks, horseback riding, kayak rental and more - it will be sure to offer the whole family fun.
Chain-O-Lakes State Park
Chain-O-Lakes State Parka 10 minute drive from our Woodbine home, the Chain O’ Lakes state park has plenty to offer. From daytime picnics, to nature walks, horseback riding, kayak rental and more - it will be sure to offer the whole family fun.
located 2 miles from our Woodbine home, Bob’s Marina offers pontoon boat rentals, right on the waterway between Channel Lake and Lake Maria - for your gateway to the chain!
Your Boat Club Chain O' Lakes
25837 IL-173 located 2 miles from our Woodbine home, Bob’s Marina offers pontoon boat rentals, right on the waterway between Channel Lake and Lake Maria - for your gateway to the chain!
Swim, launch your boat, fish, or play basketball
This is the home of:
- Aquanut Water Shows – a family focused choreographed Water Ski Show Team (Free shows most Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 6pm)
- The Park Commission’s Movies in the Parks Series
- Libertyfest ( July 2nd) with Fireworks
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Lance Park
55 Lance DrSwim, launch your boat, fish, or play basketball
This is the home of:
- Aquanut Water Shows – a family focused choreographed Water Ski Show Team (Free shows most Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 6pm)
- The Park Commission’s Movies in the Parks Series
- Libertyfest ( July 2nd) with Fireworks
Crazy adult party scene party on the lake - They can shuttle you or you can dock a boat.
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Blarney Island
27760 W Grass Lake RdCrazy adult party scene party on the lake - They can shuttle you or you can dock a boat.
But Coffee First!
Great places to grab some coffee
located 5 minutes from our Woodbine home, the Latte Cafe is a charming “coffee home” set across from the local high school. They offer a variety of treats (caffeinated or not) and boast a latte flight for those who are looking for a little variety in their lives.
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The Latte Cafe & Bakery
1185 Main Stlocated 5 minutes from our Woodbine home, the Latte Cafe is a charming “coffee home” set across from the local high school. They offer a variety of treats (caffeinated or not) and boast a latte flight for those who are looking for a little variety in their lives.
Feed Me!
located 5 minutes from our Woodbine home, Anastasia’s is your typical mid-western family restaurant. With plenty of menu options, 2 bars, in and outdoor seating its good for the whole family.
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Anastasias Restaurant-Sports Lounge & Banquet
950 Hillside Avelocated 5 minutes from our Woodbine home, Anastasia’s is your typical mid-western family restaurant. With plenty of menu options, 2 bars, in and outdoor seating its good for the whole family.
an established local favorite, Antioch Pizza shop is a good find just 5 minutes away from the Woodbine home. You can dine in with pizza by the slice or carryout/get delivery for whole pizza pies.
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Antioch Pizza
994 Illinois Rte 59an established local favorite, Antioch Pizza shop is a good find just 5 minutes away from the Woodbine home. You can dine in with pizza by the slice or carryout/get delivery for whole pizza pies.
newer on the historic Antioch downtown and just 5 minutes from the Woodbine house, Rivalry Alehouse is an industrial sports bar with a German/Irish flair.
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Rivalry Alehouse
945 Main Streetnewer on the historic Antioch downtown and just 5 minutes from the Woodbine house, Rivalry Alehouse is an industrial sports bar with a German/Irish flair.
Twin Lakes Daycation
located just 15 minutes away, explore Wisconsin small-town charm by visiting Twin Lakes! Local legend says that Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth (The Twin Lakes) were named after identical twins.
Hometown Coffeehouse in lil' ol' Twin Lakes, WI that just happens to have a Warner Bros. Replica of the Orange Couch. Not only are we serious about coffee, live music, and our food, but we are serious about your whole experience and will always try to keep it new and fresh with Bunco & Bingo Nights, Special Friends Themed Events, Charcuterie Happy Hours, Catering and much much more!
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Cup O’ Joe Coffee House
406 E Main StHometown Coffeehouse in lil' ol' Twin Lakes, WI that just happens to have a Warner Bros. Replica of the Orange Couch. Not only are we serious about coffee, live music, and our food, but we are serious about your whole experience and will always try to keep it new and fresh with Bunco & Bingo Nights, Special Friends Themed Events, Charcuterie Happy Hours, Catering and much much more!
Swim, launch your boat, fish, or play basketball
This is the home of:
- Aquanut Water Shows – a family focused choreographed Water Ski Show Team (Free shows most Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 6pm)
- The Park Commission’s Movies in the Parks Series
- Libertyfest ( July 2nd) with Fireworks
6 recommandé par les habitants
Lance Park
55 Lance DrSwim, launch your boat, fish, or play basketball
This is the home of:
- Aquanut Water Shows – a family focused choreographed Water Ski Show Team (Free shows most Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 6pm)
- The Park Commission’s Movies in the Parks Series
- Libertyfest ( July 2nd) with Fireworks
good eats with a beautiful atmosphere! A great place to stop for a meal or a drink. Indoor or Patio dining with full lake views.
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Wild Child's Tavern & Grill
511 Wilmot Avegood eats with a beautiful atmosphere! A great place to stop for a meal or a drink. Indoor or Patio dining with full lake views.
Nearby Cities to Visit
if you feel like venturing outside of Antioch
Lake Geneva is a resort city on Geneva Lake in southeastern Wisconsin. The lakeside Shore Path is dotted with Gilded Age mansions, many built by wealthy Chicagoans. Nearby, the 19th-century Black Point Estate and Gardens was the summer home of Chicago beer magnate Conrad Seipp. The Queen Anne–style house has Victorian furnishings. Local beaches include Big Foot Beach State Park, which has trails and picnic areas.
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Lac Geneva
Lake Geneva is a resort city on Geneva Lake in southeastern Wisconsin. The lakeside Shore Path is dotted with Gilded Age mansions, many built by wealthy Chicagoans. Nearby, the 19th-century Black Point Estate and Gardens was the summer home of Chicago beer magnate Conrad Seipp. The Queen Anne–style house has Victorian furnishings. Local beaches include Big Foot Beach State Park, which has trails and picnic areas.
Essentials
5 minutes away. Buy groceries or try a fruit and cheese tray from the deli. You can also order curbside pick-up or delivery if you don't feel like getting in the car!
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Jewel-Osco
966 Illinois Rte 595 minutes away. Buy groceries or try a fruit and cheese tray from the deli. You can also order curbside pick-up or delivery if you don't feel like getting in the car!
Walmart Supercenter
2680 N Illinois 8310 minutes away. Groceries, etc.