Nestled on the West bank of the Fox River approximately 75 miles from Chicago lies the Skydive Chicago Airport, designed from the ground up to efficiently function as a skydiving training and recreation center. This 230-acre complex contains a large hangar that provides 15,000 square feet of shade and shelter adjoining 22,500 square feet of classrooms, common areas with satellite feed, recreation centers with pool tables and video games, a pro shop, video department and deli that serves food and alcoholic beverages. At night, enjoy movies or a club-type party in our two level auditorium theatre, featuring a 30,000-watt sound and projection system. Just to the East is a full hook-up campground featuring a large pond that¹s surrounded by sprawling decks and highlighted by a serene island. On the North shore is a beautiful white sand beach that adjoins a large pavilion with showers, laundry facilities and volleyball court. This entire complex is surrounded by acres of pastures that gently roll to the banks of the Fox River. Canoeing, hiking/biking trails and horseback riding are also available on the property.

For more information, check out these articles on Skydive Chicago’s 2025 record breaking attempts:

https://www.shawlocal.com/illinois-valley/2025/08/11/450-skydivers-to-attempt-records-at-skydive-chicago-in-ottawa/

https://www.starvedrock.media/wlpo/breaking-records-on-the-minds-of-skydivers-in-ottawa-this-week/article_127a28d1-a97d-491b-b9e0-2b453364ebde.html

https://www.pontiacdailyleader.com/story/news/local/2025/08/20/skydivers-hope-to-set-new-world-and-state-records-in-illinois/85724592007/