Woodhaven Lakes is a private, gated recreational property owner resort located in the heart of North Central Illinois, just two hours west of Chicago.

Our 1,756 acres of woodlands, lakes and prairies provide a spectacular natural setting for relaxing with family and friends. Woodhaven offers seven lakes for fishing. There are 15 miles of natural trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. Two pools and a beach provide a great way for families to relax and cool off during the hot summer months.

Our year-round recreation staff provides structured recreation programs and services throughout the year. Wildlife is abundant at Woodhaven and it’s very common to see deer frolicking through the prairies during all seasons.

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What's Nearby?

Mendota Museum & Historical Society
Mendota Museum & Historical Society's mission is to promote the preservation of the history of Mendota, its railroads and recognizing agricultural her...read on
Hume-Carnegie Museum
The Hume-Carnegie Museum hosts an extensive photographic collection depicting over 100 years of Mendota area history. You won't want to miss it's Wild...read on
Feb

21

Manhattan Dolls (Dolls through the Decades: 1910, 20, 30, 40, 50,60, 70)
The Dolls bring dance tunes from "Alexander's Ragtime Band" to big band and jukebox hits, songs of war "Over There" and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" and ...read on
Feb

22

Manhattan Dolls (Good Morning Vietnam, Hits from 1955-1975)
This exciting show brings you back to the "Rock & Roll War" and features some iconic tunes of the era. You'll hear songs about hope, love, loss, cour...read on
Mar

8

Festival 56 Presents-The Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band!
The Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band: March 8 7pm Ann Stewart, the vocalist, banjoist, and leader of Chicago's premier Dixieland show band, is considered...read on
Feb

15

Model Train Fair & Farm Show
NEW & USED & ANTIQUE TRAINS AND TOYS Space Available for Train Layouts Vendors Wanted with all scales of trains – HO, N, O, G, Thomas, Lio...read on
Feb

15

English Paper Piecing Workshop with Quilting in the Valley
When: Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 9am-2pm in the Open Court Editorial Office on the Ground Floor of the Hegeler Carus MansionCost: $55 (optional ...read on