BEST LOCAL PLACE FOR FAMILY FUN

Knight’s Action Park 1700 Knight’s Recreation Drive, 546-8881 Knight’s Action Park is central Illinois’ choice for family fun. As one parent remarks, “Our family has the most fun here.” It’s hard to beat the summertime sensation and thrill of water slides and wave pool that the Caribbean Water Adventure has to offer, including the Devil Ray and Royal Flush. There’s something for everyone at Knight’s. If your tastes run more toward relaxation than thrill, the lazy river and children’s pool are great water features to hang out at during the heat of the summer months. There are also pedal boats and bumper boats and the nearby Route 66 Twin Drive In Theater. The “action” part of the park is open from April through September. Attractions here include a 50-tee driving range, batting cages, go-carts, big wheel, paratrooper, kiddie rides, miniature golf course and an indoor arcade. Runner-up: Southwind Park