Shining Waters Park, Carol Stream, IL

Shining Waters Park covers 80 acres at the corner of Kuhn and Lies Roads in Carol Stream. Its three fishing ponds draw anglers year-round, while the 1.8-mile paved loop accommodates walking, jogging, and cycling. An adjacent 0.6-mile crushed-stone path branches into the park’s wooded northern edge, where mature oak and hickory trees provide shade over picnic tables and grills. The playground features age-appropriate climbing structures and swings, and a shaded splash pad operates from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Two lighted softball diamonds and a soccer field host league play, and the park district’s seasonal programs—ranging from kayaking lessons to nature walks—take place at the on-site shelter building. The park sits less than two miles from the Prairie Path and within a ten-minute drive of downtown Wheaton’s Metra station, restaurants, and grocery stores, offering residents quick access to both outdoor recreation and everyday conveniences.

Fishing Playground