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Pottawatomie Park

8 North Avenue, St. Charles, IL 60174

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Along the east edge of the beautiful Fox River within walking distance of downtown and located 4 blocks north of Rt. 64 and 3 blocks west of Rt. 25 (turn west on local North Avenue)

Pottawatomie Park is a historic park offers swimming pools, picnic areas, shelters, playgrounds, sand volleyball court, seasonal kayak and pedal boat rentals. Nine-hole golf course, 18 hole miniature golf course. Multi-use community center, paddlewheel riverboat cruises, tennis courts, native plant demonstration garden, paved bike trails, fishing.

There are also plenty of events hosted in the park through the St. Charles Park District. Check out their website to see all the upcoming events!

Pottawatomie Park is also a huge stopping spot for bikers enjoying the Fox River. They have gorgeous views, water fountains and plenty of seating as you enjoy a leisurely ride. 

What's happening nearby...

AfterImage Film Festival

Charlestowne 18 Cinema •  Apr 23 – Apr 26

The AfterImage Film Festival is an annual event serving the Fox Valley towns of St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia, Illinois. Founded in 2018, AfterImage is striving…

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Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K

Leroy Oakes Forest Preserve •  May 03 @ 7AM

Join us for the Great Western Half-Marathon & 10K hosted by the Fox River Trail Runners (FRTR).

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Chicagoland Gems and Minerals Association 49th Annual Show

Kane County Fairgrounds •  May 23 – May 24

The Chicagoland Gems & Minerals Association consists of volunteers from 6 Chicagoland area clubs working together to produce the annual show and educate the public about…

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