Recreational Retreat Itinerary

Looking for an action packed weekend? With tons of athletic facilities, outdoor activities, and spots to catch all the latest sports action, we have the perfect weekend for you! Keep reading below to learn more.

Day 1

Morning Golf

Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of @Rachelkawate

Looking to practice your short game on a fun miniature golf course? River View Miniature Golf Course has just the thing you need with a highly rated, 18-hole miniature golf course.

Or if you want to really practice your golf swing, head to the award-winning Pottawatomie Golf Course for a 9-hole course that is challenging, fun and walkable.

Take a Morning Bike Ride

Photos Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography

With the ample amount of trails that run through St. Charles, including one's located in parks and even regional trails, you have to carve out some time to take a bike ride. If you didn't bring your bike with you, there's no reason to worry, as you can rent a variety of options from Sammy's Bikes, located conveniently by the Fox River Trail! This is the perfect way to start your day, getting to admire all the beautiful greenery and wildlife that call St. Charles home, all while getting in a bit of exercise!

Dine & Catch Some Sports

Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography

St. Charles is home to some of the best spots to watch sports throughout the Fox Valley such as Flagship on the Fox, The Evergreen Pub & Grill, Dukes Northwoods, and Rookies All-American Pub & Grill where they all have excellent food and drink choices. However, this is just the few of many spots in town where you can watch all the latest action. To find more places to dine around town, please click the button below.

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Day 2

Morning Swim

Photos Courtesy of the St. Charles Park District

Feel refreshed while you start your day by taking morning dip in the pool! You can cool off a two public pools in St. Charles, at Otter Cove Aquatic Park located at James O. Breen Community Park, or at Swanson Pool located at Pottawatomie Park.

Mid-Day Refuel

Photo 1 Courtesy of Core Nutrition. Photo 2 Courtesy of Extract Juicery

After burning some calories swimming at one of the pools in town, you'll most likely need to refuel. Stop and grab a healthy juice in town, either at Extract Juicery, or at Core Nutrition. This will help keep your energy high for the remainder of the day, and leave your taste buds ecstatic from the delicious taste.

Cast a Line on the Fox River

Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of Rich Russo Photography

The Fox River is home to a wide variety of different fish that you can catch, including smallmouth and largemouth bass. This is a great way to relish being outdoors, while enjoying a fun, hobby. State fishing licenses and regulations do apply in all park district waterways.

Day 3

Have Breakfast

Photo 1 Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography. Photo 2 Courtesy of Colonial Cafe

With this being the last day of the trip, you're going to want to see/do as much as possible, and that's tough to do when you have an empty stomach! Enjoy a big, delicious breakfast at one of the amazing cafes in town, like Alexander's Cafe, Brunch Cafe, or Colonial Cafe! For more restaurants to start your morning at, please click the button below.

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Play a Round of Frisbee Golf

Photos Courtesy of the St. Charles Park District

Looking for a unique twist on standard golf? Try Disc Golf! At James O. Breen Community Park, there is a 9-hole course that will take you through the woods and to varying elevations. This is a fun alternative to your typical game, as the players will have to throw a frisbee into a basket in order to score.

Throw a Strike

Photos Courtesy of Brigette Burgman of Nomadic Soul Photography

After you've finished your round of Disc Golf, roll on over to St. Charles Bowl to test your bowling skills! A St. Charles tradition for over 60 years, St. Charles Bowl features 24 lanes, arcade games, delicious food and beverage, and more. Plus, on Friday and Saturday nights, attendees can enjoy Xtreme Bowling where you can enjoy your favorite music videos on jumbo projection screens!

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