Summers are for fun, road trips, and adventure. It’s the time of year to take a vacation with your loved ones and create memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re looking for a few must-do activities to add some excitement to your summer in Illinois, here are nine ideas to consider.

1. Go glamping at Sankoty Lakes in Spring Lake.
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Set along the Illinois River and Sankoty Aquifer, this glampground is a true luxury experience with gorgeous natural surroundings. You can rent a glamping tent or cabin or you can bring your own tent or RV. Enjoy one of three lakes on the property for fishing, boating, swimming, or scuba diving. You can also go hiking around the property. It's the perfect place to be active or take some time for yourself and just relax.
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2. Experience adventure at The Forge: Lemont Quarries in Lemont
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With 300 acres filled with multiple adventures, The Forge: Lemont Quarries provides adrenaline-pumping fun to make your summer epic. From ziplining and ropes courses to mountain biking, fishing, and climbing, this is a place the whole family can enjoy.
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3. Spend the day at Illinois Beach State Park in Zion.
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Escape to nature and a beautiful beach along the shores of Lake Michigan at Illinois Beach State Park. This stunning park offers sand dunes, forest, wildflowers, wetlands, hiking trails, swimming, camping, and so much more over 4,000 acres.
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4. Hunt for bargains at Wolff's Flea Market in Rosemont.
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Every year since 1991 from mid-April through October, Wolff's Flea Market has called the outdoor area of Rosemont's Allstate Arena home. With over 700 vendors, you can spend an entire weekend here and not see it all!
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5. Hike to a waterfall at Ferne Clyffe State Park in Goreville.
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We all know how beautiful waterfalls can be but what's even better is a waterfall with a beautiful pool below. Take a short hike at Ferne Clyffe State Park to a gorgeous intermittent waterfall and cool off in the swimming hole below.
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6. Cool off and have fun at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center in Urbana.
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This little-known water park creates as much fun as a larger, crowded one and without the exorbitant price of admission. Here you will find waterslides, a climbing wall, deep and shallow pool areas, and plenty of water features to keep you cool all summer long.
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7. Have drinks and dine outdoors at Bahama Breeze Island Grille in Schaumburg.
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This beach-themed restaurant will have you dreaming of spending time on a tropical island. When the weather is cooperating, you can sit outside and enjoy the warm weather while sipping on cold beers or tropical drinks and dining on American and Hawaiian fare.
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8. Take a long float trip along the Fox River in Sheridan.
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Spend a relaxing day floating in a tube along this natural lazy river. Fox Hollow River Tubing offers six-mile tubing trips that will take between 3.5 to 7.5 hours to complete (depending on the river's water levels). Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you let your cares float away!
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9. Follow this ice cream trail for a sweet summer adventure.
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Who wants ice cream? Satisfy your sweet tooth along an incredible Ice Cream Trail throughout the Prairie State. From classic ice cream shops to places with creative flavors, your summer will be much sweeter on this trip!
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Will you be adding any of these activities to your list of summer fun in Illinois? What other ideas would you add? Please share in the comment section.

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