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, 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 horseback ride 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
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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.
- Opened Seasonally
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.
- Opened Seasonally
Horseback Riding
Hit the trail for a four-legged adventure your family will never forget.
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
Explore miles of year-round hiking trails, horseback riding, fishing, cross-country skiing and more.
Fox River Bike Trail
Enjoy 40 miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails along the Fox River with stops along the way.
Skydeck Chicago
Gaze over the city with 360-degree views 1,353 feet up, with clear decks to add even more thrills!
Navy Pier
Enjoy Chicago’s lakefront complex with the 200-foot Centennial Wheel, restaurants, rides and more.
“The Bean” at Millennium Park
Interact with this mirror-like art installation made of stainless steel and weighing 110 tons.
Matthiessen State Park
Discover a restored fort, hiking trails, rock formations, picnic tables, a playground, and more.
Lincoln Park Zoo
View and interact with hundreds of animals from around the world all with no admission fee.
Learn About Club Membership
Want to make Fox River Resort 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 super-lux 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.
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Nearby Airports
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
62.2 mi
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
68.6 mi
