Pool guide: Beat the heat at the beach, aquatic center or splash pad this summer in McHenry County

June 22, 2024 at 9:06 am CDT

Aaron Appel, 6, makes a big splash as he goes down a slide while swimming on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Woodstock Water Works. — Aaron Appel, 6, makes a big splash as he goes down a slide at Woodstock Water Works. (Gregory Shaver/Gregory Shaver for Shaw Media )

With the summer solstice now behind us and high temperatures that could return to the 90s in the coming week, the season of outdoor water recreation is now in full swing. Check out these public pools, beaches and splash pads to cool off and enjoy the season.

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Algonquin

Lions Armstrong Memorial Pool, 599 Longwood Drive, features a one-meter spring diving board, a lap pool, an interactive splash pad area, and a pool deck with chaise lounges. The pool is open from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, noon to 8 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the weekend with an admission fee of $5 per person. Info on pool services, special events and more: algonquin.org/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item&id=8634.