Located less than an hour away from Champaign-Urbana, Moraine View State Recreation Area provides a delightful outdoorsy destination for your family featuring on-site kayak rentals and a lakeside restaurant.
Where to Go Boating with Your Family Near Champaign-Urbana
Yes, you can go boating in Central Illinois, you just need to know where to look! Find boating options for any budget, in Champaign-Urbana and beyond.
Parent’s Guide to Crystal Lake Park in Urbana
See why Crystal Lake Park in Urbana is a park for all seasons. Play spaces, sledding hill, boat rentals, and a beautiful lake are just some of the features families love.
Grab Your Paddles! Go Canoeing with Kids in Champaign-Urbana
Ready to take your kids on a canoe in Champaign-Urbana and beyond? Bethany tests the waters with her boys, and gives us her review.







