The City of Galesburg Parks and Recreation will open aquatic facilities for the summer on Saturday, May 27, 2023. These include Lakeside Water Park, Lake Storey Beach and Park, Wading Pools and Splash Pads.
Lakeside Water Park – 1033 South Lake Storey Road
Lakeside Water Park will open for the summer season on Saturday, May 27, 2023. The water park is open Monday – Thursday from 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., and Friday – Sunday from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The water park will not be open for general open swim on District #205 school days. Admission is $7 Monday – Thursday, and $8 on Friday – Sunday. Multi-pass punchcards and season passes are also available. Lakeside Water Park includes a zero-depth pool with exciting water geysers, a 25-yard lap competition pool, 122 ft. body flume slide, 30 ft. tube slide, and an 8 ft. kiddie slide, along with additional water play features. More details, including information on water park rentals, and season passes can be found on the city’s website.
Lake Storey Beach and Park – 1572 Machen Drive
Lake Storey Beach is open for swimming and boating from Memorial Day – Labor Day weekend. Lake Storey Beach is an unguarded “swim at your own risk” facility, with no lifeguards present. The beach and locker room facilities are open 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. daily. Swimming is only permitted during the listed open hours, and only in the designated roped-off area. Anyone under the age of 16 must be supervised by someone 16 years of age or older. Dogs are prohibited from the beach area. Alcohol and drugs are prohibited anywhere in Lake Storey Park. Boat rentals are available from 12:00 – 7:00 pm., with the last boat departures at 5:45 p.m. Rental options include paddleboats, single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes, or stand-up paddleboards. More information on Lake Storey Beach and boat rentals can be found on the city’s website.
Personal canoes, kayaks, jon boats, and small sailboats may be utilized on the lake for free, as long as they are registered with the Illinois Department of Conservation. The City of Galesburg only allows electric trolling motors on Lake Storey, gas-power motors may not be used. Kayak launches are available at the beach or east boat ramp. Lake Storey Park also offers outdoor exploration with wooded trails and a paved multi-use path for walking and biking.
Wading Pools and Splash Pads
The City of Galesburg offers free wading pools and splash pads at several parks, which are also set to open Memorial Day weekend. Wading pools are located at Lincoln Park, O.N.Custer Park, and H.T.Custer Park. Splash pads are available at Rotary Park and Kiwanis Park. More information on City of Galesburg parks and the amenities available at each can be found on the city’s website.
Lakeside Makos Swim Team
(Sponsored by i3 Broadband)
Dates: May 30-July 11, 2023
Ages: 5-18 years (Graduating Seniors)
Site: Lakeside Water Park
Fee: $130.00 per swimmer/$125 for each additional swimmer by May 31, 2023
This summer swim program is focused on skill development, character development, competitive swim skills, and summer fun. Swimmers do not need previous experience, but they do need to be able to swim 25 yards. Swim practice and home meets are held at Lakeside Water Park. Registration cost includes entry into all local swim meets, a Lakeside Splashzone Water Park membership, and a team t-shirt. Call 309-345-368 for registration and more information, or register at https://www.amilia.com/store/en/city-of-galesburg-pr/shop/activities/4498127.
