Valley Lake South Beach OPEN 6/25/2025

The Lake County Health Department has cleared Valley South Beach for re-opening effective 6/25/2025!

Valley Lake Algae Treatment

On June 17, 2025, ILM conducted an algae control visit of Valley Lake. The next algicide treatment is scheduled for July 3rd, depending on lake conditions at the time. To learn more or to be added to the Valley Lake Stakeholder email list for Valley Lake updates, please click here.

⚠️ Valley South Park Swing Set CLOSED ⚠️

Please be advised that the Valley South Park swing set is closed until further notice due to a fallen tree causing damage to the equipment. The area is caution taped off; please avoid. A brand new swing set is estimated to be installed the week of 6/30. For questions or updates, please contact the Wildwood Park District office at 847.223.7275 or info@wildwoodparkdistrict.com.

Gages Lake Invasive Weed Treatment - April 30th, 2025 Gages Lake Conservation Committee

Click here for more information regarding planned invasive weed treatment on Gages Lake

Summer Program Guide Now Available!

The 2025 Summer Program Guide (digital and hard copy) are now available! Browse upcoming classes, programs, special events, and more. Resident registration begins Monday, April 14th at 9am, and registration for non-residents begins Monday, April 21st at 9am. Click here to download the guide. Click here for more information.

Community Needs Assessment Report Now Available!

In the winter of 2023, the Wildwood Park District conducted a comprehensive Community Needs Assessment Survey to gain insight into the needs within our community, strengths and areas of improvement of the Park District, and otherwise gather ideas, interests, and opinions from our residents. Download the report here.

Summer 2025 Employment Opportunities

Available positions include Camp Counselors, Swim Instructors, Boat Ramp Monitors, and more!

Press Release: Boat Launch Key and Pavilion/Room Rental Changes Take Effect March 2025

Effective March 1st, 2025, the Wildwood Park District will be implementing board-approved changes regarding boat launch keys and pavilion and room rentals. Click here to learn more.

Special Events

Please click here to get more information about our special events!

Youth Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s youth programs!

Early Childhood & Tot Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s early childhood and tot programs!
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Adult / Senior Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s Adult programs!

Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool

For over 30 years, Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool has provided children with a developmentally appropriate, fun, and safe environment to learn and socialize. Click here to learn more about preschool.

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Valley Lake Algae Treatment

On June 17, 2025, ILM conducted an algae control visit of Valley Lake. It was observed that approximately 15% of the lake was covered with algae, with excessively large amounts […]

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Park Safety’s Letter to the Community (Summer Edition)

Dear Wildwood Residents, Hello everyone! Summer is finally here, and we’re excited for another great season full of leisure, events, and activities! Our Park Safety Team always aims for a […]

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FY 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance Approved

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Commissioners of the Wildwood Park District that the Budget and Appropriations Ordinance for the Wildwood Park District, Lake County, Illinois for the […]

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Upcoming Events

Jun 29
Willow Point Pavilion Rental 12:00am - 11:59pm
Jun 30
Before Camp Session 2 8:00am - 9:00am
Jun 30
Tot Camp Session 2 9:00am - 12:00pm
Jun 30
Camp Rules and Junior Counselor Program Session 2 9:00am - 3:00pm
Jun 30
Swim Lessons Session 1 10:00am - 11:45am
Jun 30
Extended Camp Care Session 2 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Current Park & Beach Conditions

All parks and beaches are open.

Valley South Park swing set is closed until further notice due to damage by a fallen tree. Replacement expected the week of 6/30.