Amenities – lakethunderbird

Pool

Enjoy a refreshing dip in our pool located at the Clubhouse. Vending machines and bags of ice are available for purchase.
Children under 16 not permitted without lifeguard on duty
Pool may closed during inclement weather. Click below to download a pdf of our Pool Rules.Pool Rules

Beach

The newly renovated beach is located on the south side of the lake, just west of the main entrance. Soak up the sun on the beautiful sandy beach or read a book under the shaded oak trees. The Snack Shack concession stand offers food, drinks and snacks for purchase.

Beach is ALWAYS swim at your own risk
Children under 16 not permitted without parent or guardian

Click below to download our Beach RulesBeach Rules

Boating

Lake Thunderbird offers 112 acres of water surface where you can enjoy boating, water skiing, canoeing and the use of paddle boats. A copy of the State Watercraft Certificate of Numbers issued by the State of Illinois or the state in which the owner resides, clearly showing the watercraft is member owned are required. All powerboats, deck boats, fishing boats, or sailboats operated on Lake Thunderbird must be less than 19 feet in length. No pontoon type boat operated on Lake Thunderbird may exceed 26 ½ feet in length. No powerboat or deck boat shall be allowed on Lake Thunderbird that is powered with a motor that exceeds 100 horsepower. Pontoon boats are restricted to a maximum of 40 horsepower. For a complete list of Watercraft Rules click the link below.Watercraft Rules

Fishing

Lake Thunderbird Conservation Committee encourages the practice of “Catch & Release”. The Conservation Committee & Water Patrol will be patrolling both shore & water, to enforce the Fish Creel Limits. To Download Fishing Creel Limit PDF click the link below.Fish Creel Information

Parks and Nature Center

Parks and nature trails around the lake provide many opportunities for picnicking or a nature walk where you are likely to see deer, wild turkey, many native birds including an occasional bald eagle. Some common areas provide bathroom utilities and pavilions as well as playground equipment for children. Check out our new nature trail located at the west end of the lake! Excellent fishing is available from common area shorelines.

Clubhouse

We offer affordable rental fees for our Clubhouse for members and non-members. A perfect place to hold your next family reunion, wedding or other event. Contact the office for availability.

RENTALS
Weddings:
Clubhouse air conditioning included
Property Owner – $600.00
Non-owner – $1200.00
Security Deposit – $250.00
Each Hour After Midnight – $100.00
Cleaning Service – Call Office
Special Events:
Property Owners only may rent the clubhouse for small events other than weddings at the following rates, air conditioning included:
Up to 25 people – $75.00
26 to 50 people – $100.00
51 to 75 people – $175.00
Security Deposit – $250.00
If liquor is to be served, Dram Shop Insurance will be required at the renter’s cost. All renters will be required to enter a Hold Harmless Agreement with the Association regardless of event.

The following organizations will not be charged for the use of the clubhouse:
Boy Scouts
Girl Scouts
4-H Clubs
Firemen and Police
Church Groups
LTA Committees/Clubs

You may download a Clubhouse Lease Agreement, clicking the link below.Clubhouse Lease Agreement

Camping

Permanent and overnight camping is available at Lake Thunderbird. There is a Shelter, Playground area and shower facilities located at the main campground. The fees are listed below:

CAMPING FEES
Permanent site yearly fee – $794.00
Security deposit on permanent site – $100.00
Property owner primitive (no electric) per night – $15.00
Property owner (electric site) per night – $25.00
Guest primitive (no electric) includes guest pass per night – $25.00
Guest (electric site) includes guest car pass per night – $40.00
Guest pass or sticker for each vehicle is also required.

Effective January 1, 2025: Online booking for campsites required at campspot.com

Camping Rules

Volleyball, Tennis and Disk Golf

Our sand volleyball, tennis courts, disc golf, and miniature golf are located near the Clubhouse. There is no charge for the sports equipment, however the member needs to check it out at the office. We have soccer balls, basket balls, foot balls, volley balls, disc golf equipment, tennis rackets and balls, croquet, and Frisbees!