Beach House

The Beach House is located in Center Park, just north of Lindsay Bridge. It consists of two large rooms connected by a central foyer. The facility accommodates up to 200 people. It contains a kitchen with a stove/oven, large refrigerator, ice machine, serving counter, numerous tables and chairs and two working, wood-burning fireplaces. It also has men's and women's dressing room and shower facilities. It is available for rent throughout the year. A rental fee and security deposit are required.

To reserve The Beach House or for more information, call (217) 757-8660, ext. 1011. More information can also be obtained via email.

Directions to the Beach House

(1) Take exit 94 off I-55 (East Lake Shore Drive exit) or go east on Stevenson Drive. Cross Spaulding Dam to East Lake Shore Drive and continue past Lincoln Greens Golf Course and through the curve that sweeps along the shore of the lake. After the curve, the road straightens out. A short way ahead, you'll see a sign for Henson Robinson Zoo on your right. At this sign, turn right onto Long Bay Drive. Center Park will be on your right. A marked lane, on your right, will direct you where to turn into the park to reach The Beach House.

(2) Take West Lake Shore Drive south from Stevenson Drive and follow the road for about 4.5 miles. After rounding a sharp turn, West Lake Shore Drive will run into Long Bay Drive (West Lake Shore will veer off to the right). Continue straight onto Long Bay and cross Vachel Lindsay Bridge. You will see an entrance into The Beach House parking area immediately to your left upon crossing the bridge.

Open the Lake Parks Map.