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Volkening Lake

900 W. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg · 847-884-9873

Whether it's walking, fishing, picnicking, boating or simply sitting and enjoying the beautiful scenery, Volkening Lake has something for everyone. Located next to the Schaumburg Police Station and Firehouse on Schaumburg Road, the lake is an ideal location for family fun. The boat dock has both canoes and paddle boats available. Concessions are available and include soft drinks, popcorn and candy.

Volkening Lake also offers Paddle Boat Parties for children ages 6 to 12 from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Tribute Park is located at Volkening Lake. Pathway stones are available for purchase at the memorial park.

Hours of Operation

Opens: May 30 | Closes: September 2

Monday-Friday: 3-8 p.m.      
Saturday & Sunday: Noon-7 p.m.

Special Hours      
Sept. 2: 1-6 p.m.

Boat Rental Fees

All rental fees include life jackets.

Canoes & Paddles:

Paddle Boats:

*Must have Volkening Lake Pass. Pick up passes at the Community Recreation Center.

Rules and Regulations

  1. Children under 9 years old must be accompanied by an adult to use canoes or paddle boats.
  2. Life jackets must be worn at all times in a canoe or paddle boat.
  3. Tipping of canoes, water fights and general horse play will not be tolerated.
  4. Only two persons per two-man paddle boats and four persons per four-man paddle boats.
  5. Anyone not following all rules set up by the Schaumburg Park District will lose all boating privileges for the day.
  6. Persons using equipment on their Family Pool Pass will be limited to ONE-hour rentals.
  7. No wind surfing, inflatable mattresses, motorized personal watercraft or inner tubes allowed.

Fitness Area

Volkening Lake features an outdoor fitness area with beautiful views of the lake. The fitness area has equipment to provide a full body workout including cardio and body weight machines and pull up bars.

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