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Shedd Aquarium

Milnot Beach at Lake Lou Yaeger

4932 Beach House Trail, Litchfield , IL 62056

Canoeing & Kayaking

Need a beach getaway but find yourself landlocked?

Catch some rays on the sandy beach, play volleyball, feel the breeze on a beach swing set, build a sandcastle and more! Kayaks, paddleboards and Corcl boats are available for rent at Milnot and the large swimming area has giant inflatables to play on for both kids and adults, and high and low diving platforms, too! Go swimming confidently with a lifeguard on duty. Life vests are also available for purchase.Bring your own rafts, noodles and inner tubes. Bring along snacks or purchase something tasty from the Marina 1 snack bar! The fully renovated building has a shower house, restrooms and a party room that can be rented year-round for up to 108 guests. Find Lake Lou Yaeger and Milnot Beach merch in the snack bar gift shop. What more could you want on a summer day? Grab a towel, push those sunglasses up your nose and slap on that sunscreen for a day at Milnot Beach!

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