The Three Oaks Recreation Area officially opened Friday, October 1 and will close for the season the end of October.
Two entrances to the facility are available. One is on South Main Street and another is located on Route 14.
Two entrances to the facility are available. One is on South Main Street and another is located on Route 14.
The new facility will provide visitors with a unique recreational experience. The Three Oaks Recreation Area is a reclaimed quarry that has pristine waters and excellent fishing. Patrons will be able to rent rowboats, canoes, kayaks, sailboats, and paddleboats from a rental marina. (Outside boats will not be allowed in order to prevent unintended visitors such as zebra mussels and other similar pests.
Picnics and Breathtaking Views
A grass picnic area and various overlooks will provide patrons with breathtaking views of the water and lake islands. In addition, the facility will offer hiking trails, a playground/spray park, and a concessions area and patio. The playground will feature swings and a play center. In addition, in 2011, patrons will enjoy a spray park.
The 4,400 square foot lake house will include shower/locker rooms, a concessions area and a patio. Staff offices will also be located in this building.
Two marinas will provide 28 rowboats with trolling motors for rental. In addition, canoes, kayaks, sailboats and paddle boats will be available for rental. (Outside boats will not be allowed in order to prevent unwanted visitors such as zebra mussels.)
Picnic Grove
The Picnic Grove will have a 2,000 sq. ft. pavilion with an outdoor fireplace. This shelter is located in the middle of grass picnic grounds.
Trails and Overlooks
Patrons will enjoy walking through over twenty-eight acres of restored native prairie flowers.
Some General Rules
There are some general rules regarding visiting the Three Oaks Recreation Center.
All children under the age of 11 shall be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult of at least 16 years of age in order to be admitted to the Three Oaks Recreation Area.
When in the facility, all persons under 10 years of age must be accompanied at all times by an adult on the premises of the Three Oaks Recreation Area.
When in the facility, all persons under 10 years of age must be accompanied at all times by an adult on the premises of the Three Oaks Recreation Area.
Hours of Operation and Season
Beach (Opening in 2011): The beach operation will be conducted from approximately Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. This schedule is contingent upon proper staffing levels. Hours of operation shall be from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Marina and Trails: The marina will be open from the second weekend in April through the end of October each year, weather permitting. Hours of operation will be from 6:30 a.m. - Sunset. All trails are closed from sunset to 6:30 a.m.
Marina and Trails: The marina will be open from the second weekend in April through the end of October each year, weather permitting. Hours of operation will be from 6:30 a.m. - Sunset. All trails are closed from sunset to 6:30 a.m.
Facility hours of operation will be from 6:30 a.m. - Sunset except for special events by special permit approved by the Mayor and City Council of the City of Crystal Lake.
Entrance Fees
When the beach area opens for the 2011 season.
Residents will receive free parking and free access to the beach area.
Non-residents will pay $5.00 per vehicle to park and non-resident beach admission fees will be as follows: Adults (16 and older) $10.00
Seniors (62 and older) -- $6.00
Children (4-15 years) -- $6.00
Children 3 and under-- free.
Reservations for main picnic pavilion
Information on the reservation of the main pavilion will be available on the City’s website in October.
Employment Opportunities
Hiring is almost complete for the 2010 season. For consideration for the 2011 season, please see our website for more information.
Fishing On The LakeThe fishing is anticipated to be excellent. A recent Illinois Department of Natural Resources fish study found populations of the following fish species in the Three Oaks Recreation Area lakes:
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Bass, Rock Bass, Channel Catfish
Northern Pike, Walleye, and Pan Fish, including Bluegill and Yellow Perch
Due to demand, patrons will be allowed to rent watercraft for a maximum of four hours per day.
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Yellow Bass, Rock Bass, Channel Catfish
Northern Pike, Walleye, and Pan Fish, including Bluegill and Yellow Perch
During the 2010 and 2011 seasons, fishing will be catch and release
What are the marina rental fees? Minimum 1-Hour Rental | 1-Hour Fee | 1-Hour Fee | Each Additional 1/2 Hour | Each Additional 1/2 Hour |
Resident | Non-Resident | Resident | Non-Resident | |
Canoe | $6.00 | $10.00 | $3.00 | $5.00 |
Kayak (Single or Tandem) | $6.00 | $10.00 | $3.00 | $5.00 |
Paddleboat | $6.00 | $10.00 | $3.00 | $5.00 |
Sailboat | $8.00 | $12.00 | $4.00 | $6.00 |
Minimum 2-Hour Rental | 2-Hour Fee | 2-Hour Fee | Each Additional Hour | Each Additional Hour |
Resident | Non-Resident | Resident | Non-Resident | |
12' Row Boat* | $12.00 | $15.00 | $6.00 | $7.00 |
14' Row Boat* | $14.00 | $18.00 | $7.00 | $9.00 |
Trolling Motor | $10.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
Secondary Battery | $10.00 | $10.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
Fish Locator | $5.00 | $5.00 | $2.00 | $2.00 |
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