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Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center
Barefoot Bay will open Memorial Day weekend, May 25 to 27. It will be closed May 28 to 31, and reopen for daily use June 1. Hope to see you there! Download a season pass form.
Opened in 2006, Barefoot Bay is a New England-themed, six-acre family water retreat. The aquatic center offers amenities for swimmers of all ages. Daily and season passes are available (with Mundelein resident rate). Children ages two and under are free daily with adult paid admission.
2013 Daily Fees |
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Youth |
Individual |
Senior (ages 55 and older) R/NR |
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| Daily | $7/$10 | $9/$13 | $7/$10 |
| Twilight | $3/$5 | $4/$6 | $3/$5 |
| Twilight rate: begins 2 hours before closing (not available on holidays). Kids ages 2 and under are FREE every day with a paying adult. |
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Download a site map and click here for season pass rates.
There are plenty of year-round swim opportunities with Mundelein Parks -- at the Mundelein Community Center -- swim instruction, open/family swim and special aqua fitness classes.
Water Safety Certified Personnel
Barefoot Bay’s aquatic managers, lifeguards and swim instructors are all certified in water safety by the Starfish Aquatics (STAR) program.
The Mundelein Park & Recreation District is a proud IAPD/IPRA
Distinguished Accredited Agency (learn more).
*Slideshow images copyright © Chip Williams.
Amenities
Four Bodies of Water

1) 7,500-square-foot combined leisure and lap swimming pool
2) 1,100-square-foot diving well
3) 2,290-square-foot enclosed wading pool for toddlers
4) 12,900-square-foot slide, plunge pool and Lazy River-
NEW! AquaClimb Water Wall -- It's a real workout!
Climb the wall, reach the top, then drop in the cool water
Tube Slide
Grab a friend—takes one or two riders
(minimum height requirement: 42”)-
Body Flumes
Two flumes, one completely enclosed ("in the dark")
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Lazy River
A 740-foot long, relaxing water journey

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Diving Well
Holds nearly 23,000 gallons of water
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Zero-Depth Pool
Walk right in, no ladder needed
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Main Pool with Water Walk
Navigate with climb-on, floating shapes and animals
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Bathhouse and Shaded Concession Area
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Free Parking and Complimentary Lounge Chairs
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Special Events, Party Rentals (NEW: daytime and evening)
Special Events & Group Rentals
Barefoot Bay features a wide array of special events throughout the season that are a “bonus extra” and with paid admission or season pass. And, it's also the perfect place for your group outing -- daycare, school groups, corporate team building and more! Discounted rates and food/beverage packages available. Evening rentals now available.
Download:
Barefoot Bay Event Listing
Barefoot Bay Party Rental Information
Barefoot Bay Group Rental Sheet
NEW! Barefoot Bay After-Hours Rental Sheet
NEW! Barefoot Bay Cabana Rental Sheet
Location
Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center is located on Midlothian Road, between Route 176 and Winchester Road (just behind the Mundelein Community Center), in Mundelein.
Resources
• Contact Us (Form)• Park District Map
• Park District Rules/Regulations
• Park District Goals/Objectives
• Park District Ordinances
• Barefoot Bay Site Map
• Barefoot Bay Rates & Hours
• Barefoot Bay Rentals
• MCC Indoor Pool/Lessons
• Season Pass Info
2013 Hours of Operation
Daily: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Daily for Season Pass holders: 10 a.m., Rentals: 10:30 a.m., excluding holidays
Holidays: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Barefoot Bay Family Aquatic Center
Mundelein, IL 60060
847-566-8661
847-566-0650 (Park District main number)
Scott Anthony, Aquatics Supervisor
