Lakewood Shelter C



Nicely shaded by tall oak trees, guests at this picnic area have a picturesque view overlooking Banana Lake, one of four ponds stocked and managed for fishing at Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda.

The shelter area features an adjacent playfield, and a sand volleyball court that is shared with all preserve visitors. Picnickers also have access to the preserve's hiking trails, including a connection to the countywide Millennium Trail.

To access this shelter, enter the preserve's main entrance on Route 176 just west of Fairfield Road. Turn left at the first intersection, and bear left at the split to enter the parking lot for this shelter.

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Rules and Regulations

For your safety and enjoyment, please...

  • Leave nature as you find it for others to enjoy.
  • Leash and pick up litter from pets.
  • Smoking is prohibited within 15 feet of playgrounds.
  • Clean the shelter area before leaving your event.
  • Decorations and directional signs are permitted, but may not be attached to Forest Preserves signs. Use only twine or thumbtacks to attach decorations to the shelter. Do not use any forms of tape, staple guns, nails, screws or fishing line to attach decorations. All decorations, signs, twine and thumbtacks must be removed when event is finished.
  • Alcoholic beverages are permitted; must be 21 years or older. No alcohol consumption within 100 feet of parking lots. Host liquor liability insurance is available but not mandatory.
  • Park only in lots. Loitering in lots is prohibited. Vehicles left after closing will be towed at owner's expense.
  • Service roads may be used for unloading and loading only. Do not leave vehicles parked on service road. If you need use of the service road, place a request for the gate to be dropped at the time you reserve the shelter.