Amarias Park, Round Lake, IL

Amarias Park sits along the south shore of Round Lake, giving residents direct access to a public boat launch, fishing pier, and a sandy swim beach with lifeguard supervision in summer. A 1.2-mile paved loop trail circles the park’s 22-acre footprint, connecting playgrounds, a sand-volleyball court, and two reservable picnic shelters equipped with grills and running water. Mature oak and hickory trees frame open turf fields used for pick-up soccer and kite flying, while a boardwalk extends through a restored wetland that attracts waterfowl and dragonflies. The park’s main parking lot is less than a quarter-mile from downtown Round Lake’s Metra station and the Route 120 commercial corridor, allowing residents to walk or bike to grocery stores, restaurants, and the public library without entering major roadways. Restrooms, drinking fountains, and seasonal concessions are maintained by the Round Lake Area Park District, which also schedules youth sports leagues and outdoor fitness classes on site.

Basketball Courts Hiking Paths Outdoor Pavilion Trails