There's nothing better than splashing around in some water when the heat is on. But why just hit up the community pool when you have some of the best water parks in Illinois at your fingertips? Check them out below!

1. Hurricane Harbor

What is awesome about this water park in Illinois is that it is part of Six Flags, so you can cool down after getting your thrills on some fast roller coasters. There are speed slides, lazy rivers, and rafting adventures. Learn more about Six Flags Great America and Hurricane Harbor.

2. Magic Waters Waterpark

Editor's note: Unfortunately, this site is permanently closed. 

This 43 acre waterpark has 10 water slides. One of the favorites is the Double Dare Drop, which shoots you down 75 feet in just a few seconds. 7820 Cherryvale N Blvd, Cherry Valley, IL 61016.

3. Key Lime Cove

Editor's note: Unfortunately, this site is permanently closed. This water park is entirely indoor and part of a resort. It is 65,000 square feet of including a Hurricane Vortex and slides that weave in and out of the hotel. 1700 Nations Drive Gurnee, IL 60031.

4. Collinsville Aqua Park

Formerly known as Splash City, you can do all sorts of activities at this water park in Illinois, whether you are young or old. Enjoy swimming, water slides, the lazy river, a water castle, and much more. Get more details on Collinsville Aqua Park.

5. Raging Waves Waterpark

This epic water park has your standard slides and a wave pool. But they also have a zip line, making this an even more awesome Illinois water park! Get more details about Raging Waves Waterpark.

6. White Water Canyon Water Park

This water park in Illinois is more geared towards the kiddos but adults can have fun, too. There is a water slide and a lazy river. There is also a super nice "sprayground." Get all the details at the Facebook page for White Canyon Water Park.

7. Rainbow Falls Waterpark

The centerpiece of one of the best water parks in Illinois is the Calypso Twist. It is four giant water slides (two body slides and two tube slides). Get more information about Rainbow Falls Waterpark.

8. Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort

After a long hike at Starved Rock, check into this rustic lodge. This park is 24,000 square feet. This Illinois water park has a lazy river, a wave pool, and rushing water slides. Read further on about Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort.

9. Raging Rivers WaterPark

Talk about a water park in Illinois with an awesome view! Raging Rivers has numerous pools, slides, rafting, and flumes. Get more information about Raging Rivers Waterpark.

10. Sholem Aquatic Center

This is not the largest water park in Illinois, but it does have some great attractions. Choose from rapids, falls, pools, and slides. Get more details from the Facebook page for Sholem Aquatic Center.

What do you think of these Illinois water parks? Any additions to the list? Tell us in the comments!

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