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Mendota Parks and Recreation

 

Nick Stremlau
(815) 538-4786 (c) 815-993-8469 

Nstremlau@MendotaCity.com

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The City of Mendota is fortunate to have over 325 acres of parkland, of which 71 are lakeside. The Parks provide space for play and recreational sports. Lake Mendota and Lake Kakusha provide opportunities such as fishing and kayaking for residents to enjoy. 

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Park/Shelter Rental:

To reserve park space or shelters, contact the City Clerk's Office at 815-539-7459.​

 

Remembrance trees and benches:

Many of our parks have opportunities for trees and benches to be sponsored in memory of a love one. 

Form for sponsorship can be found HERE. 

 

Veteran Memorial Brick

Veterans Park is filled with benches, trees, and statues contributed to history and veterans. In addition is an area to honor current military members and those who have served. Veteran Memorial bricks are $50 each. Complete the attached form and drop off at the City Clerk's Office or mail to the address on the form. The application form can be found HERE. 

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Lake Mendota Park
Lake Dr./Tom Merwin Dr.

  • Pier and non-motor boat fishing

  • 2 basketball courts

  • Sand volleyball court

  • Pickle ball Court

  • Disc Golf

  • Dog Park

  • Picnic areas with playgrounds 

  • Shelters for rent 

    • South side (across from Parkway)​

    • ​East side (back by dog park)

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Lake Mendota Sport Fields
1905 Tom Merwin Dr.

  • 2 Baseball Fields

  • 3 Soccer Fields (in season)

  • Concession Stands

  • Restrooms

Note: Baseball diamonds and soccer fields are used by schools and sports clubs. They can also be rented out for groups. 

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Lake Kakusha
1501 Lake Kakusha Dr.

  • Pier and non-motor boat fishing

  • Dock for canoe and kayak access

  • Various trails around lake

  • Bird/Wildlife viewing

  • Shelter available on
    first-come-first-serve basis

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Strouss Park
1500 W  Main St.

  • Grill/Picnic area

  • Playground 

  • Baseball fields

  • Basketball courts

  • Next to Public Swimming Pool

  • Bathroom facilities (by baseball fields)

  • Shelter for rent

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Blackstone Park
300 4th Ave.

  • Playground

  • Tennis court

  • Bathroom facilities

  • Shelter for rent (no alcohol allowed)

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Apple Orchard Park
1005 3rd St.

  • Playground

  • Field for various games

  • No bathroom facilities

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Snyder's Grove Park
4058 E. 4th Road

  • 104 acre nature preserve

  • Playground

  • Trails

  • Restrooms

  • Shelter available (1st come/1st served)

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Veteran's Park
921 Washington Street

  • Gazebo

  • Wild Bill Hickok Memorial Statue

  • Memorial Cannons

  • Water Fountain Memorial

  • Veteran Walk and Memorial Bricks

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Thank you for keeping our parks clean and enjoying our parks.

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Lake Kakusha Disc Golf
1501 Lake Kakusha Drive

  • 4119 foot - 18 hole course

  • First 13 holes have tight lines​

  • Last 5 holes open up 

  • Holes are within the back area 

  • 1st hole by Rotary Shelter

  • Practice holes

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Mendota Public Pool
1100 Meriden St. | (815) 539-5884

  • 2 Swimming Lanes

  • 2 diving boards (2 heights)

  • Kiddie Pool

  • Swim Lessons

  • Pool rental

  • Concession Stand

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Mendota Dog Park

  • Located Southwest end of Lake Mendota 

  • Space for large and small dogs

  • Please clean-up after dogs

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