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A Quiet Retreat Among Rolling Hills
After fast-paced, big-city sightseeing in Chicago, families might need a vacation after their vacation. Savvy Midwesterners know there’s a quiet, all-in-one escape just 90 minutes away. In the rolling hills along the Fox River, near beautiful Starved Rock State Park, outdoor fun and indoor surprises await.
Meet our Fox River Resort at Sheridan, where kids can splash around our Pirate’s Cay Indoor Water Park while you relax on deck with an iced tea and a splash of rum. Add a scenic hike or a wintery cross-country ski trail, and you’ll know you’ve found Illinois’ best-kept secret.
Family Favorites
Splashing at the onsite waterpark
Marveling at Reddick Mansion
Dropping a line in the lake
Hiking in Starved Rock State Park
Things to Do at the Resort
Pirate’s Cay™ Indoor Water Park
Have a swashbuckling good time floating, sliding, and splashing at our pirate-themed waterpark.
Fox River Grille
Enjoy a tasty, on-the-go style meal at our convenient onsite grille.
- Temporarily Closed
Outdoor Pool
Enjoy forest views and sports court convenience from our relaxed outdoor pool.
Group Travel
Whether a reunion, wedding or gathering, let us help you host an amazing get together.
Mini Golf
Head out to our mini golf woodland retreat and putt your way to victory.
Indoor Pool
Splash, swim, and play, whether it’s sunny and warm or cold and snowy.
Arcade
Shoot, battle, or scoop up some family fun in our arcade.
Movie Theater
Catch your breath and enjoy a family-friendly flick in our onsite movie theater.
- Opened Seasonally
Watersports Rentals
Row or pedal your way down the river and enjoy an unforgettable wildlife adventure.
Local Things to Do
Starved Rock State Park
Outdoor Activities | Free | 24.3 miles
Fox River Bike Trail
Outdoor Activities | Free
Skydeck Chicago
Entertainment | $$ | 67 miles
Navy Pier
Entertainment | Free | 69.1 miles
“The Bean” at Millennium Park
Outdoor Activities | Free | 68.5 miles
Matthiessen State Park
Outdoor Activities | Free | 27.3 miles
Lincoln Park Zoo
Outdoor Activities | Free | 71.9 miles
Virtual Tours
Learn About Club Membership
Want to make Fox River Resort at Sheridan your home away from home? As a Club Member, enjoy vacations year after year across a variety of destinations – all with the spacious comforts of home and the fun amenities and activities that make it a vacation. Just a few benefits of a vacation ownership with us include:
- Customizable points, so you can build vacations that are right for you
- Flexibility to enjoy weekday retreats, weekend getaways, or weeklong trips
- Variety with access to our 28 resorts, accommodations options varying from city studios to extra-special Signature Collection villas, and exchange stays at over 13,000 partner hotels worldwide*
- And so much more…
And no matter where your adventures take you, our Club Membership ensures you’ll always have a great place to stay.
Already a member?
Venture over to the member site to start planning your stay.
Contact
About Fox River Resort at Sheridan
(815) 496-2369
Resort
2558 N 3653rd Road Sheridan, IL 60551
Nearby Airports
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
62.2 mi
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
68.6 mi
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