Recreational opportunities galore! Whether you enjoy fishing, swimming, boating, tennis, walking, aerobics, or picnics in the park, you can find it all at Lake Taylorville. The extensive facilities with the all new Family Aquatic Center of the YMCA, public golf courses, beautiful parks, movie theater, and band concerts on the lawn offer a variety for all seasons. Exciting championship high school basketball, football, and baseball are offered for the whole family’s enjoyment. The brand new Lincoln Trail Bike Path, 16 miles long stretches from Taylorville to Pana.

There are many "quality of life benefits" for those who are looking for a retirement community. A caring small-town county-seat with a variety of affordable housing opportunities, an active senior citizens center, and centralized services all lend to the total community atmosphere.

Parks & Recreation:

Manners Park

South Main Street, Taylorville, 217-824-3110

Manners Park is a 62 acre park that includes an outdoor swimming pool, baseball fields, a community building that is available for rental, fishing ponds, and informal leisure areas. The Chautauqua Building, located in the center of the park, was erected in 1916 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Lake Shore Golf Course

Lake Taylorville, 217-824-5521

This 18-hole PAR 72 Championship golf course was designed by William James Spear and constructed in 1969. It is tree lined with rolling terrain and wraps around beautiful Lake Taylorville. The course also features a driving range and banquet facilities.

Don Bragg Athletic Complex

1801 W. Vandeveer

Located on Taylorville’s west side, this has been the site of previous state softball tournament, and has a soccer/football field, paved walking area, playground, and concession stand.

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