Big Surf Hours
Big Surf Pool is closed for the season. See you next year!
Picture yourself ocean-side complete with breaking surf and rolling waves. Now picture yourself right here in Mount Prospect at Big Surf Wave Pool offering all the ambiance of the beach – without the sand. Swimmers can ride the 3-foot cresting waves or, if calm waters are more your style, wait ten minutes when the huge turbine blowers take a break and the zero-depth pool settles into a relaxing cool, blue harbor.
Features
- Locker Rooms
- Outdoor Wave Pool
- Diving Board
Fees
Individual Summer Pool Pass: R $75 NR $85
Daily Fees: R $10 NR $12
Individual Summer Pool Passes can be purchased in-person at a facility, online via Webstore or by phone 847-640-1000
Pool Rules
To guarantee a fun and safe visit, please read and follow all posted rules:
- Waves are on a 10 minute cycle. Warning bell rings when waves begin.
- In a rescue situation, waves stop immediately.
- Rafts are available to rent at the raft stand for a fee.
- Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult (age 17 or older).
- Non-swimmers under age 10 must have an adult in the water with them at all times.
- Proper swim attire is required at all times while in the pool.
- Non-U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation devices are prohibited.
- Toys are not allowed in the pool due to the wave mechanics.
- No Running on the pool deck or shallow end of the pool.
- All non-swimmers must stay behind the red safety line.
- All swimmers must stay behind lifeguard chairs #2 and #3 in the deep end.
- Ladders are for exiting the pool only.
- Food and beverages are not allowed on the pool deck. Use the tables in the gated area next to the raft room.
- No alcoholic beverages allowed. Intoxicated people will not be allowed in the pool area.
- No smoking.
- Follow the instructions of the staff on duty at all times.
- Mt. Prospect Park District is not responsible for any lost or stolen property.
Safety Features:
- Parents or guardians are responsible for supervising their children. Lifeguards are on duty to enforce rules and respond in case of emergency.
- Children under 10 yrs must be accompanied by an adult (17 yrs or older).
- Non-swimmers under 10 yrs must have an adult in the water with them at all times.