Parent-Reviewed Indoor Water Parks Near Chicago

Molly Weber said:  The Aquatic Center at the Kroc Center includes (8) 25-yard lap lanes, 2 diving boards, lazy river, giant waterslide, and zero-depth play area.

Joseph Kelley said:  Glenview Park District’s four-pool indoor aquatic center has been voted the North Shore's best water park, and includes the Splash Landings Play Pool, which slopes from zero-depth to 3 ½ feet, has an air traffic control tower-themed waterslide and interactive water play features. Their indoor pool is open during the winter months only.

Kristy Pepping said:  Oak Brook Aquatic Center offers an expansive, year-round indoor water park that features a lap pool, water slide, water play features and zero-depth splash area.

Kristy Pepping said:  The Wheeling Park District's indoor pool features a zero-depth leisure pool, mini lazy river. interactive water play structures, a 4-lane, 23.5-yard lap pool, and a toddler slide.

Kristy Pepping said:  Elk Grove Park District's Pavilion Aquatics Center offers a few different swimming pools and amenities including their indoor zero-depth lagoon with water spray features and 72-foot water slide.

Vanessa M. said:  The ARC in Arlington Heights offers slides, fountains, and play features in a zero to three feet water depth.

Kristy Pepping said:  Bolingbrook Park District's Pelican Harbor is year-round aquatic park. Indoor attractions include 85 degree water (also with zero-depth entry), a lap pool, hot tub and 2 water slides. There is a splash pad area with tumble buckets, an indoor tot slide, and more!

In the summer, outdoor attractions feature a few more water slides, a lazy river, splash zone, beach volleyball, sand play area, lounge chairs and concessions.

Sarah D. said:  Whether your children need towering water slides, baby pools or anything in between, Great Wolf has an impressive array of watery fun. Great Wolf offers day passes as well as a hotel for a weekend escape, and sits just across the way from Six Flags Great America.

Kristy Pepping said:   Schaumburg Park District’s The Water Works features a lap pool, three water slides and a water playground. Favorite park features include the rapid water channel, diving pool, whirl pool, and the zero-depth pool entry which is perfect for little ones.

Kristy Pepping said:  Bartlett Park District's Splash Central Indoor Aquatic Center offers both lap swimming and a water-play area with a slide, toddler slides, and spraying water features atop ankle high water. They offer lots of hours of indoor swim fun all year long.

Kristy Pepping said:  Adventure Island offers year-round indoor water park fun. Zoom down the 20 foot high water slide; jump off the one-meter or three-meter diving boards; stay fit by swimming laps in one of the (8) 25 yard lap lanes; enjoy the warm water therapy pool to relieve joint/muscle pain; or just play in their leisure pool with tumbling toucans, floor geysers, a boat slide, spray arches, or spinning vortex.

Kristy Pepping said:  Fox Valley Park District's Vaughan Aquatic Center offers an indoor water park, an eight-lane 25-yard-by-25-yard competition lap pool and warm water therapy pool. The Water Park features a zero-depth entry with a two-story enclosed slide, body slide and interactive water play elements.

Shila said:  This 54,000-square-foot entertainment area and waterpark is always 84 degrees, making it an ideal year round destination for both Milwaukee and Chicago families. Blue Harbor Resort's indoor waterpark features an expansive activity pool, tube slides, lazy river, surf simulator, and more. Day passes are available. Stay the night and explore many other special amenities, too!

Molly Weber said:  This year-round indoor water park hotel has a facility enclosed completely in glass so you still have views of the outside even when the weather may not be ideal for outdoor activities. Even better, the roof is retractable for nice summer days! There is also easy access to a casual dining area for quick snacks or meals. The park features a lazy river, water slides, pirate ship playscape, arcade room, locker rooms, and a retail shop. The water park is open to the general public, though guests staying at the resort receive a discounted rate.

Kristy Pepping said:  Timber Ridge Lodge & Water Park offers climbing, swimming and an on-site restaurant. The waterpark has 50,000 square-feet of slides, a lazy river, swimming pool and more. The park also features an arcade, arts and crafts, pool swings, toddler water play area and more. This water park is exclusive to hotel guests only.

Shila said:  Less than 30 minutes from Milwaukee, this indoor water park features 3 slides, a lazy river, activity pool, dump buckets, whirlpool, and more. The largest slide is 362 ft. long.

Kristy Pepping said:  Enjoy a wet and wild family day at Grand Bear Falls with their 24,000 square foot indoor water park with play zones, slides, wave pool, lazy river, and 15 person hot tub!

Kristy Pepping said:  Kalahari Resorts features an exciting mix of indoor and outdoor rides, slides, and entertainment. The resort has an indoor (84 degrees) waterpark and outdoor waterpark, theme park, salon, kidz spa, and much more. Plus, there are several on-site restaurants to please both sophisticated and picky-eater tastes. Kalahari also features body board surfing, kid-friendly hot tub, character breakfasts, and arcade. An indoor Ferris Wheel stands 6 stories tall within its carnival-like adventure park! Purchase day passes as a guest, or stay at the resort and they will be included.

Kristy Pepping said:  Great Wolf Lodge offers 80,000 square feet of indoor waterpark fun with more than a dozen slides, a lazy river, in-lodge family entertainment, spa, restaurants, and more. Guest passes are available for the day, too.

Kristy Pepping said:  The Wilderness Resort is located on 600 acres consisting of cabin-themed properties and villas, and including multiple indoor and outdoor water parks, and so many family attractions. The resort features arcades, a laser arena, go-carts, ropes course, mini-golf and more, including Take Flight, an aerial adventure theatre ride.

Shila said:  Featuring both indoor & outdoor water parks with more than 2 dozen water slides, huge interactive kiddie play areas, activity pools, lazy river, luxurious poolside cabanas, outdoor hot springs, & more, Chula Vista was designed with the whole family in mind! The resort also features an 18-hole golf course, river walk, hot springs, spa, & plenty of family dining. Water park passes are included in all overnight stays, and day passes are also available for those not staying at the resort.

Kristy Pepping said:  Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Resort offers both indoor and outdoor water parks, as well as thrilling rollercoasters and amusement park rides, like twirling teacups and bumper cars. Take a plunge down several water slides or sit in a hot tub to relax. Lodging options include typical hotel suites, but also tents for camping and unique treehouse beds! Kids love it!