New Feature Opens At Veteran Acres

Acorn Alley, Crystal Lake Park District's playground and splashpad at Veteran Acres Park (431 N. Walkup, Crystal Lake) is now open for the summer season.  There is no charge for Acorn Alley.

Acorn Alley is nature-themed and includes two play structures, log climbers, net climbers, a sandbox, swing sets and a spinner totaling 6,000 square feet.  The 1,500 SF splash pad features jets and nozzles that spray water in timed sequences.  A picnic shelter is also available for rent.

Acorn Alley is open daily 9 am-7 pm (Memorial Day-Labor Day), when air temperature exceeds 72 degrees. Acorn Alley rules are available on the Crystal Lake Park District website at www.crystallakeparks.org.

Groups of twenty or more wishing to use the facility must obtain a special permit at the Park District Administrative Office. For further information, call (815) 459-0680.